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“A. T. Stewart started life with a dollar and fifty cents. This merchant prince began by calling at the doors of houses in order to sell needles, thread and buttons. He soon found the people did not want them, and his small stock was thrown back on his hands. Then he said wisely, "I'll not buy any more of these goods, but I'll go and ask people what they do want." Thereafter he studied the needs and desires of people, found out just what they most wanted, endeavored to meet those wants, and became the greatest business man of his time.”

Quote by Grenville Kleiser

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Grenville Kleiser

Grenville Kleiser was an American author born in 1868 and died in 1935. He is best known for his inspirational works, particularly 'How to Win Friends and Influence People', which has become one of the best-selling books of all time since its first publication in 1936. more

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