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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

  • business ethics
  • social critique
  • community

Putting it to work

  • seek authenticity
  • verify claims

Questions to consider

  • Who do you trust?
  • Is business honest?

Another view

Not everyone engages in deceptive trade.

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