'We've become a nation of con men, living by selling double glazing to each other.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He accuses society of being dishonest and transactional, likening it to a scam.
- In plain terms
- Everyone is trying to trick each other for profit.
- What can you take from it?
- Beware of transactional relationships.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who do you trust?
- Is business honest?
Another view
Not everyone engages in deceptive trade.
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