The Origin of the "I Don’t Have
Money" Excuse
The origin of the phrase "I don't have any money" can be traced back to a time when nancial
conversations were often laden with shame and stigma. Entrepreneurs would be eager to present
their ideas and innovations, only to be met with the defensive retort from potential buyers, who
would dismiss them with this age-old excuse. This defensive mechanism serves not just as a barrier to
sales but also as a reection of deeper psychological patterns that have emerged in the marketplace.
Understanding this origin is crucial for any entrepreneur looking to navigate and dismantle these
deceptive barriers.
