Advise Quote by Kim Young-ha
“For all the popularity of spiritual advisers in South Korea, it still shocks to see the leaders of huge public companies relying on fortune-tellers. A shaman may advise a struggling executive to move a building's front entrance, tapping the widespread pungsu belief that your luck depends on the direction of your house.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Human, the Book by Kim Young-ha, 2015
Even in modern business, traditional superstitions like pungsu still influence high‑level decisions.
In simple terms: Superstitions affect corporate choices.
Key Takeaway
Recognize cultural influences.
Themes
culture
business
tradition
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- corporate strategy meetings
- real‑estate planning
- branding launches
- leadership retreats
Key Concepts
pungsu
fortune‑telling
decision bias
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you think cultural beliefs can coexist with data‑driven strategies?
- How might a company balance tradition and modernity?
A Different Perspective
Relying on superstition can undermine rational analysis.
