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“I bought into Saks as a personal investment because, when I was a young man and went to America for the first time, it seemed to me that Saks was like a cathedral of retail. I never dreamt that I could one day be a part of it. And now I am.” quote by Diego Della Valle
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“I bought into Saks as a personal investment because, when I was a young man and went to America for the first time, it seemed to me that Saks was like a cathedral of retail. I never dreamt that I could one day be a part of it. And now I am.”

Diego Della Valle

About This Quote

Source Interview: Diego Della Valle on Saks, 2018

A revered institution can become a personal goal, turning admiration into ownership.

In simple terms: Admire then own.

Key Takeaway

Pursue cherished goals.

Themes

ambition heritage business

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

business personal

When to use this quote

  • entrepreneurship
  • legacy building
  • personal branding

Key Concepts

brand reverence personal investment career aspiration

Questions to Reflect On

  • What draws you to a brand?
  • How to balance reverence and realism?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing can blind to challenges.

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