People Quotes
If you are untrustworthy, people will not trust you.
"If you are untrustworthy, people will not trust you."— Lao Tzu
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Meaning of this quote
Trust cannot be demanded independently of a person’s own reliability. The saying connects other people’s confidence with the conduct they encounter.
Key takeaway:
Build trust through consistent, dependable action.
Origin of the quote
Modern English wording associated with Tao Te Ching passages on trust.
Who actually said this?
Commonly attributedThe exact formulation was found without a named translator or chapter. A related ancient principle does not authenticate this wording as a specific translation.
