Available Quote by Ludwig von Mises
“Business is a means- the only means- to increase the quantity of goods available for preserving life and rendering it more agreeable.”
About This Quote
Business serves as a tool to expand the supply of goods, thereby supporting survival and improving quality of life.
In simple terms: Business expands supply for better living.
Key Takeaway
Business is a means to enhance life.
Themes
economics
productivity
human welfare
resource allocation
Mood
pragmatic
optimistic
Type
philosophical
economic
When to use this quote
- entrepreneurial planning
- market expansion
- resource management
Key Concepts
supply and demand
utility
efficiency
Practical Applications
- policy design for economic growth
- business strategy for societal benefit
Questions to Reflect On
- How does increasing supply affect societal well-being?
- What limits exist on business as a means to improve life?
