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“If you're going to be a great guide to what's great for consumers, and, indirectly, for investors, you've got to be very careful about who you contract with and what you're offering.” quote by Robert Reich
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“If you're going to be a great guide to what's great for consumers, and, indirectly, for investors, you've got to be very careful about who you contract with and what you're offering.”

Robert Reich

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Source Speech: Economic Forum, 2018

Guides must vet partners and offerings carefully to protect consumers and investors from risky or unethical deals.

In simple terms: Choose partners wisely to safeguard stakeholders.

Key Takeaway

Conduct thorough due diligence.

Themes

ethics risk management leadership

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

advisory business

When to use this quote

  • contract negotiation
  • risk assessment
  • business strategy
  • policy making

Key Concepts

corporate governance consumer protection investment strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance risk and opportunity?
  • What criteria define a trustworthy partner?
A Different Perspective

Over‑cautiousness may stifle innovation.

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