Door Quote by Ritu Ghatourey
“More doors are opened with 'please' than with keys”
About This Quote
Source Quote: Contemporary proverb, unknown source
Politeness opens opportunities more effectively than force or entitlement.
In simple terms: Please opens doors.
Use courteous language to gain cooperation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- customer service
- teamwork
- negotiations
- networking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you seen politeness succeed?
- Can politeness be manipulative?
Some may exploit politeness without genuine respect.