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The ability to deal with people is as purchasable a commodity as sugar or coffee and I will pay more for that ability th
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"The ability to deal with people is as purchasable a commodity as sugar or coffee and I will pay more for that ability than for any other under the sun"

- John D. Rockefeller

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John D. Rockefeller's quote recommends that the capability to engage with people is a valuable skill, and also one that deserves greater than any type of other. He suggests that this capability is just as purchasable as any kind of other commodity, such as sugar or coffee. This suggests that the capability to communicate with individuals is an asset that can be bought and sold, which it is an useful property. Rockefeller indicates that he is willing to pay more for this capability than for any type of various other, recommending that he values it extremely. This quote highlights the value of interpersonal skills, as well as suggests that they are a valuable property that can be dealt. It also implies that Rockefeller wanted to pay a costs for this capacity, suggesting that he valued it highly.

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John D. Rockefeller This quote is written / told by John D. Rockefeller between July 8, 1839 and May 23, 1937. He was a famous Businessman from USA. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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