Admire Quote by Charles Best
“We make friends with people we admire, including those you might consider competitors, like charity: water, Kiva, and Global Giving. We get on a call with them and exchange ideas.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast episode with Charles Best, 2023
Building relationships with admired peers, even competitors, fosters collaboration and idea exchange.
In simple terms: Make friends with those you respect, even rivals.
Key Takeaway
Seek collaboration with admired peers.
Themes
networking
collaboration
competition
social learning
Mood
inspired
strategic
Type
advisory
collaborative
When to use this quote
- business development
- nonprofit partnerships
- innovation workshops
- cross‑industry mentorship
Key Concepts
reciprocity
knowledge sharing
strategic alliances
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you maintain healthy boundaries when collaborating with competitors?
- What benefits arise from sharing ideas with admired peers?
A Different Perspective
May blur lines between competition and partnership, risking conflict of interest.
