Mrs. Kim from Gilmore Girls may not seem like the obvious choice for a business mentor. However, there are a few, and very few things, that I’ve learned from her.

1. Be open to bartering. Know when your price is too high and be willing to sacrifice a little profit in order to make a sale.
   
2. Everything needs a story behind it. Granted, I wouldn’t recommend making up stories about General Sherman just to sell a desk but know where your products are coming from and be able to tell people why they should pay for it.
   
3. There are times in every business when you have to be tough, you have to be harsh. Just don’t be as harsh as Mrs. Kim. You don’t have to be rude to everyone. However, there are times where you have to take a stand.
   

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