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The success of a salesman is to be able to reach the customer's desire

Certain quotes from the captivating world of literature continue to resonate long after we've closed the book.    A bold statement from the book "369 Hours of Punishment" declares, "The success of a salesman is to be able to reach the customer's desire." Simple, right? However, if you delve deeper, you'll uncover a profound truth about sales, human psychology, and the art of connecting with others. This quote isn't just about pushing products; it’s about understanding people. It suggests that successful selling isn't about slick pitches or aggressive tactics. Instead, it hinges on the ability to tap into something far more fundamental: the customer's underlying desires. What motivates them? What challenges are they aiming to address? What are their aspirations? Think about it. All of us have experienced sales pitches that felt completely off-key. The salesperson drones on about features and benefits that are utterly irrelevant to our needs. W...

The Proverb "Water treads, thirsty walks"

 The proverb "Water treads, thirsty walks" is an expression of paradox and absurdity that occurs in various situations in life. What do I understand from it? Let's first assume that a resource exists but remains underutilized: The proverb describes a situation in which a person is near something they need but, for some reason, cannot or does not know how to use. Second, as inefficiency and pointlessness: It emphasizes the pointlessness of efforts when they do not lead to the desired result. There are many possible interpretations: In personal qualities: It can refer to someone who has the skills or resources but doesn't use them due to fear, incompetence, or laziness. Very often we witness our neighbors or acquaintances in this situation. In social contexts, it describes a society or organization with an abundance of resources that are not fairly or effectively distributed. This is particularly true if you reside in a wealthy nation and witness the dishonesty of the p...

369 Hours of Punishment : Parents' and teenagers' guide

A wealthy teenager lives in a country house .  The young man, Tim, a millionaire's son, is unhappy with his life and wants to change it. After rebelling against his parents and refusing to go to school, he is punished by being sent to live with a poor family in the country for fifteen days. During his time there, he befriends the family's children, learns new skills, and understands that financial wealth is not the most important thing in life. He learns about independence, fun without money, and the values of friendship, family, and love. After two weeks, Tim realizes that his instincts have not deceived him and that there is a world in which morality, obligations, and joy go together. His thoughts of dissatisfaction transform into a mindset focused on finding solutions to problems. He is grateful for his chance to have lived and learned with this financially poor but intellectually rich family. Quick link to the e-book: 👉  https://books2read.com/u/bPka8J You can also read i...

Strange but True: Countries that are considered tax havens

Let’s take a look at the nations that serve as tax havens. Tax havens provide limited or no tax requirements for foreign individuals and businesses, as well as a stable political and economic climate. Organizations can legally deposit money earned abroad into tax havens to avoid paying more taxes in the U.S. and other nations. These nations are similar to Hong Kong, Switzerland, Singapore, Jersey, Luxembourg, Dubai, and Bahrain. These should actually be impoverished nations, but the situation is completely reversed. They are both among the wealthiest and highest-standard nations. It makes sense that their tax rates are as low as possible or almost nonexistent. Their leaders seem to be the most astute and skilled at luring the wealth of their nations. Furthermore, the governors create some of the most aesthetically pleasing and beautiful nations imaginable in terms of both human needs and infrastructure. All over the world, all we can do is dream; everything else simply becomes tempting...

Climate Problems are Gaining Strength

I am neither an ecologist nor a statistician.  You don't need to read any articles to understand climate problems anymore. Every day, our planet experiences an anomaly. Everyone has likely experienced the high temperatures. Natural disasters like hurricanes, floods, fires, and so on are a common occurrence. Most people are concerned about this issue. The problem is clear to children and adults.  The question is, who is taking action? Anyone can say, for example, I chose to walk instead of driving my car on Sunday. I planted a tree in the yard, which is still a positive action. Is that enough? If you ask the manager of a multi-billion-dollar company, he will say that they financed either a wind farm or a solar farm to supply their electricity. We are an ecological company. We design our products to be energy efficient. It uses only two kilowatts per hour. Now let's calculate these 2 kilowatts per hour based on the millions of products they produce. I would rather not slander an...

The Rise and Fall of Great Empires

  I am writing my fifth book about the unforgettable figures of history. I had to read a lot about personalities. Apart from them, I also learned indirectly about the past much more than I thought I knew. But I don't want to concentrate on the past, but on the future.Nothing has changed for thousands of years. At least human nature is getting greedier. Everyone who has led a strong country has sought to conquer another. To subdue her is a big deal. There are very few heroes of the past who were tolerant.  I just realized, for these two or three thousand, no one resisted. No matter how strong they were, they always fail in the end. It's just inevitable. As the Roman, Byzantine, Mongolian and subsequent orders have lost their greatness. Now looking at the politics of the big countries. Only words are great. No proper actions. Let's assume that now the USA is strong with its dollar, Russia with its territory, China with its population and production and Europe with...

Issues pertaining to energy sources

I recently came across a compelling article on Visual Capitalist that highlighted the significant impact of fossil fuels on both our planet and our health. The article underscored the stark reality that fossil fuels are responsible for a staggering 90% of global carbon dioxide emissions. However, the problem extends beyond just carbon emissions. The energy production process, particularly when relying on fossil fuels, leads to a cascade of negative consequences, including devastating accidents and pervasive air pollution, all of which have a demonstrably detrimental impact on human lives.   The data presented in the article paints a clear picture of the carbon intensity of different energy sources. Coal emerges as the most polluting, generating a massive 820 tons of CO₂ per gigawatt of energy produced. Petrol follows with 720 tons of CO₂ per gigawatt, while natural gas emits 490 tons of CO₂ per gigawatt. In contrast, renewable and cleaner sources fare significantly better. Bio...

The Twin Enemies Within: Ignorance and Laziness

The quote “Ignorance and laziness are man’s greatest enemies” from the book “Manners in the Great Kingdom” offers profound insight into the fundamental obstacles that hinder human potential. It’s a statement that resonates across cultures and times, speaking to the eternal struggle between aspiration and the forces that hold us back.   Exposing Ignorance:   The term “ignorance” does not necessarily mean a lack of intelligence. Instead, it refers to a lack of knowledge, understanding, or awareness. This ignorance can manifest itself in various forms:   Ignorance of the World: A lack of knowledge about history, science, current events, and different cultures can limit our ability to understand the complexities of the world and make informed decisions.  Self-Ignorance: Perhaps even more insidious is a lack of self-awareness—a failure to understand our strengths, weaknesses, biases, and motivations. This type of ignorance can lead to poor choices and unrea...