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Profitable Quotes

When profit meets principle

These quotes weigh what is profitable against what is right, a tension that runs through several lines about running businesses well.

It is a profitable thing, if one is wise, to seem foolish.

Quotes by Aeschylus

Sometimes what's right isn't as important as what's profitable.

Quotes by Trey Parker

Eliminating what is not wanted or needed is profitable in itself.

Quotes by Phil Crosby

All of my businesses are profitable.

Quotes by Nathan Kirsh

Actually Quotes

So actually war is politically profitable, financially profitable, morally depraved.

Quotes by Dennis Kucinich

My thing is to have a good, profitable company, for it to be 100% owned independently.

Quotes by Damon Dash

A vigorous and profitable drug industry is not a problem to be solved but a goal to be encouraged.

Quotes by Alex Azar

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Frequently Asked Questions

What tension do these profitable quotes explore?
They explore the tension between what is right and what is profitable, often questioning whether the two can coexist.
Is there a quote about running a profitable business?
Yes, one speaker states plainly that all of their businesses are profitable, treating it as a point of pride.
Do any quotes link cutting costs to profitability?
One line argues that cutting away anything unwanted or unnecessary pays off on its own, favoring lean efficiency.
Is there a darker take on profitability here?
Yes, one quote warns that war can be politically and financially profitable while still being morally depraved.
Where can I find more quotes about running businesses?
The Businesses page covers related ideas about operating a company well.

One quote pushes the idea to its darkest edge, arguing that even war can be politically and financially profitable while remaining morally depraved.