Carnegie Quote by John M. Gottman
““Carnegie was right when he wrote, “You can make more friends in two months by becoming genuinely interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get other people interested in you.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, John M. Gottman, 1999
Genuine interest in others builds friendships faster than self‑promotion.
In simple terms: Being truly interested creates more friends.
Key Takeaway
Focus on listening and curiosity.
Themes
relationships
communication
authenticity
Mood
warm
encouraging
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- networking events
- team meetings
- community volunteering
- online forums
Key Concepts
empathy
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you show genuine curiosity today?
- What barriers prevent you from listening fully?
A Different Perspective
May not work with people who are closed off or distrustful.
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