The Ferengi Rules of Acquisition (7 page)

T
reat people in your debt like family…exploit them.

N
ever have sex with the boss’s sister.

A
lways have sex with the boss.

E
verything is for sale, even friendship.

E
ven a blind man can recognize the glow of latinum.

Y
ou can’t make a deal if you’re dead.

W
ives serve, brothers inherit.

O
nly fools pay retail.

T
here’s nothing wrong with charity…as long as it winds up in your pocket.

E
ven in the worst of times someone turns a profit.

W
hisper your way to success.

K
now your enemies…but do business with them always.

N
ot even dishonesty can tarnish the shine of profit.

L
et others keep their reputation. You keep their money.