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“People were asking me all kinds of questions about the business, and I was initially put off. I was like, 'Just invest if you want to invest. Don't bother me.'” quote by Steve Ells
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“People were asking me all kinds of questions about the business, and I was initially put off. I was like, 'Just invest if you want to invest. Don't bother me.'”

Steve Ells

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Source Interview: Business Insider, 2015

Initially reluctant to discuss business, he urged investors to act without bothering him.

In simple terms: He told investors to invest without questions.

Key Takeaway

Set clear boundaries while encouraging decisive action.

Themes

entrepreneurship boundary setting investment

Mood

direct pragmatic assertive

Type

business motivational

When to use this quote

  • startup pitches
  • client negotiations
  • team meetings

Key Concepts

leadership decision making

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance openness with focus?
  • When is it appropriate to say “don’t bother me”?
A Different Perspective

Overly dismissive stance may deter valuable dialogue.

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