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“We trusted our instincts, and stuck to the two tenets of my philosophy: Sell things for more than you pay for them, and save more than you spend. Simple, yes, but that is the philosophy that ultimately led to a really big business.” quote by Sophia Amoruso
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““We trusted our instincts, and stuck to the two tenets of my philosophy: Sell things for more than you pay for them, and save more than you spend. Simple, yes, but that is the philosophy that ultimately led to a really big business.””

Sophia Amoruso

About This Quote

Source Book: #GIRLBOSS, 2014

Profitability comes from selling above cost and maintaining a disciplined surplus, a simple yet powerful business rule.

In simple terms: Earn more than you spend.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize profit over growth.

Themes

business finance strategy

Mood

pragmatic confident

Type

business advice

When to use this quote

  • entrepreneurship
  • retail
  • e‑commerce
  • personal budgeting

Key Concepts

value pricing cash flow frugality

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are you balancing profit with long‑term investment?
  • How does frugality affect innovation?
A Different Perspective

Focusing solely on profit may limit reinvestment.

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