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Business Quote by Terry Pratchett

“You listen to the street traders any morning. They don’t shout, ‘Nearly-fresh oranges, only slightly squashy, reasonable value,’ do they? No, they shout, ‘Git chore orinjes, they’re luvverly.’ Good business sense.” He” quote by Terry Pratchett
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““You listen to the street traders any morning. They don’t shout, ‘Nearly-fresh oranges, only slightly squashy, reasonable value,’ do they? No, they shout, ‘Git chore orinjes, they’re luvverly.’ Good business sense.” He””

Terry Pratchett

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public reading, 2004, UK

Observing street vendors shows that honest, simple communication sells better than detailed, technical descriptions.

In simple terms: Simple honest language sells better.

Key Takeaway

Speak clearly and simply.

Themes

communication business honesty

Mood

pragmatic lighthearted

Type

observational humorous

When to use this quote

  • selling products
  • customer service
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

marketing psychology human behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you simplify your pitch?
  • What details truly matter to your audience?
A Different Perspective

Complex jargon can alienate customers.

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