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“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.” quote by David Ogilvy
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“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.”

David Ogilvy

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.

Key Takeaway

Practice transparency in every interaction.

Themes

trust integrity business ethics

Mood

respectful professional

Type

ethical business

When to use this quote

  • client meetings
  • supplier negotiations
  • consumer communications

Key Concepts

advertising stakeholder relationships

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you ensure honesty without revealing sensitive info?
  • When might full transparency backfire?
A Different Perspective

Honesty can be exploited if not balanced with discretion.

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