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Business Quote by Bernie Ecclestone

“Probably when I gave things to Slavica [ Ecclestone], you know the shares of the company, and things like that. And she put it all in trust and the trust sold the shares. Um, would I turn the clock back if I could and so I still owned the company completely? Probably yes. It probably wasn't a good…” quote by Bernie Ecclestone
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“Probably when I gave things to Slavica [ Ecclestone], you know the shares of the company, and things like that. And she put it all in trust and the trust sold the shares. Um, would I turn the clock back if I could and so I still owned the company completely? Probably yes. It probably wasn't a good decision, but it was the decision that had to be made. Was I happy that I made it? No.”

Bernie Ecclestone

About This Quote

Source Interview: Business interview, 2000s

Reflects regret over a financial decision that felt forced despite personal dissatisfaction.

In simple terms: Regret over a forced financial choice.

Key Takeaway

Consider alternatives before committing.

Themes

regret finance decision-making

Mood

reflective somber

Type

advisory personal

When to use this quote

  • selling shares
  • trust arrangements
  • personal finance decisions

Key Concepts

trust structures share ownership corporate governance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What could have been done differently?
  • How do you balance necessity and happiness?
A Different Perspective

May overlook long‑term benefits of trust structures.

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