Business Quote by Michael Gerber
“Most people view coffee and lunch as personal time, not deal-making time. Unless the person you're meeting understands that this is a working lunch, then they may not even think that this is a serious business conversation.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The E-Myth Revisited, 1995
Treating meals as casual time can undermine business seriousness; clarify intent for effective work.
In simple terms: Lunch can be work time if expectations are set.
Key Takeaway
Set clear expectations.
Themes
business
communication
time management
Mood
pragmatic
direct
Type
professional
practical
When to use this quote
- client lunches
- team brainstorming
Key Concepts
meeting etiquette
professional boundaries
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you signal work intent?
- What boundaries help keep meetings productive?
A Different Perspective
Casual settings may blur focus, reducing productivity.
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