Argument Quote by David Ogilvy
“We like people who are honest. Honest in argument, honest with clients, honest with suppliers, honest with the company - and above all, honest with consumers.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Confessions of an Advertising Man, 1963
Honesty across all business relationships builds trust and long‑term success.
In simple terms: Being honest everywhere builds trust.
Practice transparency in every interaction.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- client meetings
- supplier negotiations
- consumer communications
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure honesty without revealing sensitive info?
- When might full transparency backfire?
Honesty can be exploited if not balanced with discretion.