Father Quote by Dorothy Canfield Fisher
“Father sticks to it that anything that promises to pay too much can't help being risky.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The House Between the Worlds, 1915
Excessive promised returns indicate high risk, urging caution in financial decisions
In simple terms: High promised returns signal risk
Beware of deals that sound too good
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- budget planning
- investment selection
- loan agreements
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you evaluate risk beyond promised returns?
- When is risk acceptable for growth?
Not all high returns are scams; sometimes innovation carries risk