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“Too many people think only of their own profit. But business opportunity seldom knocks on the door of self-centered people. No customer ever goes to a store merely to please the storekeeper.”

Quote by Kazuo Inamori

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Kazuo Inamori is a distinguished Japanese entrepreneur, best known for founding major corporations such as Kyocera and KDDI. Born on January 30, 1932, Inamori's entrepreneurial journey began with his early work at a small electronics company, which he transformed into a global leader in technology. His philosophy of 'Innovation through challenge' has been a cornerstone of his business ventures and has had a lasting impact on the corporate world. more

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