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Cheating Quote by John C. Bogle

“I was born in an earlier generation and, as a group, my classmates at Blair Academy and Princeton University were as ethical, straightforward, and integrity laden as you could possibly imagine - perhaps not a 100% - but the overwhelming majority. I've been in business a long, long time and I…” quote by John C. Bogle
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“I was born in an earlier generation and, as a group, my classmates at Blair Academy and Princeton University were as ethical, straightforward, and integrity laden as you could possibly imagine - perhaps not a 100% - but the overwhelming majority. I've been in business a long, long time and I simply cannot imagine seeking out cheating, greedy people.”

John C. Bogle

About This Quote

Contrast between past ethical peers and present business environment, expressing difficulty imagining cheating.

In simple terms: Recalls past integrity, doubts current cheating.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize ethical standards despite pressures.

Themes

ethics business integrity

Mood

thoughtful principled

Type

business philosophical

When to use this quote

  • corporate culture
  • personal values
  • industry trends

Key Concepts

finance leadership

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can integrity be maintained?
  • What systems discourage cheating?
A Different Perspective

Ethics may be compromised by competition.

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