Business Quote by 1779 The Town and Country Magazine. vol. 11
““There is not a man of common sense who would not chuse to be agreeable in company; and yet, strange as it may seem, very few are””
About This Quote
Source Article: 1779 Town and Country Magazine, vol. 11
Common sense rarely leads to agreeableness; most people choose not to be pleasant in company.
In simple terms: Most people avoid being agreeable despite common sense.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate genuine courtesy.
Themes
social norms
common sense
behavior
etiquette
psychology
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
neutral
Type
Business:0
Common sense:1
Humor:0
Manners:1
Men:0
Society:0
Strange:0
Wit:0
Man Common:0
Company Strange:0
Chuse Agreeable:0
When to use this quote
- politeness training
- social skills workshops
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
social gatherings
workplace
public settings
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people resist being agreeable?
- How can authenticity coexist with politeness?
A Different Perspective
Agreeableness may be perceived as insincere.
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