Business Quote by Deborah Meaden
“I think the thing about business is that it's not completely separate to life. You're selling to people so it's all about life skills - and common sense.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Talk, Deborah Meaden, 2015
Business and life are intertwined; success depends on applying everyday skills and common sense to selling.
In simple terms: Business uses life skills and common sense.
Key Takeaway
Apply everyday common sense to business.
Themes
business
life
skills
selling
Mood
pragmatic
reflective
Type
advice
insight
When to use this quote
- sales meetings
- customer service
- entrepreneurship
- personal development
Key Concepts
common sense
interpersonal dynamics
value creation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you align personal values with business goals?
- What life skill is most undervalued in sales?
A Different Perspective
Business may face ethical dilemmas not solved by common sense alone.
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