Asks Quote by Warren Buffett
“Never be afraid to ask for too much when selling or offer too little when buying.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Annual Shareholder Meeting, Warren Buffett, 1998
Advocates bold negotiation: ask high when selling, demand more when buying.
In simple terms: Ask high, demand more.
Be assertive in deals.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- sales negotiations
- real estate deals
- salary discussions
- market transactions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance assertiveness with fairness?
- When might a modest approach be wiser?
Overly aggressive tactics can damage relationships.