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“They talked business for half an hour. (Centuries passed beyond the hull.)” quote by Poul Anderson
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““They talked business for half an hour. (Centuries passed beyond the hull.)””

Poul Anderson

About This Quote

Source Short Story: The Long Way Home, Poul Anderson, 1965

Business discussions can feel timeless, detached from reality.

In simple terms: Talks can seem endless and abstract.

Key Takeaway

Stay grounded.

Themes

business time detachment

Mood

pragmatic detached

Type

literary analytical

When to use this quote

  • meetings
  • negotiations
  • project planning

Key Concepts

communication focus

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to keep discussions productive?
  • When to end a meeting?
A Different Perspective

Talks may lack action.

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