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What does it mean?
Even dishonest people prefer to interact with honest individuals.
In plain terms
Cheat or not, everyone likes dealing with honest people.
What can you take from it?
Honesty is valued even by those who lack it.

Where it applies

  • negotiation
  • friendship
  • business

Putting it to work

  • maintain integrity
  • choose honest partners

Questions to consider

  • Why do rogues value honesty?
  • Is honesty always rewarded?

Another view

Sometimes dishonest people exploit honest ones.

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