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[andrewstuart]

All a matter of perspective.

My basic understanding is that deals are complete when signed off. Where's the lack of integrity in that?

[harryjo → andrewstuart]

Lying is generally considered lack of integrity.

Integrity: "I like your offer a lot" (but then something actually changed, and I don't sign).

Lack of Integrity: "I'm in." (but then I don't sign.)

[vasilipupkin → harryjo]

I think it's generally understood that signed documents describing the terms in detail is what matters. In my mind, integrity is a) not lying about what's in the docs b) sticking to the letter and spirit of signed docs. Until docs are signed, there is no deal

[andrewstuart → harryjo]

With all due respect, you'd get crushed by business people who mean business.

[hhandoko → andrewstuart]

But, you can do business and be successful whilst keeping your integrity intact.

I think that integrity is essential in building trust, which is important in any kind of business relationship.

[plonh → andrewstuart]

Nice goalpost move.