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“Image is everything. You don’t spare any expense to create the right image. And word of mouth is critical. Once you get a good reputation, momentum will carry you.” quote by Haruki Murakami
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““Image is everything. You don’t spare any expense to create the right image. And word of mouth is critical. Once you get a good reputation, momentum will carry you.””

Haruki Murakami

About This Quote

Source Interview: Business advice, 2018

Image and reputation drive momentum; investing in perception yields long‑term success.

In simple terms: Good image creates momentum.

Key Takeaway

Invest in brand image wisely.

Themes

branding reputation momentum marketing

Mood

strategic pragmatic

Type

business inspirational

When to use this quote

  • startup launch
  • product rollout
  • public relations

Key Concepts

consumer behavior social proof strategic investment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you measure the ROI of image spending?
  • When should you prioritize substance over style?
A Different Perspective

reputation can be fragile and costly to repair.

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