News Analysis: The International-Oriented Dutch have a tradition of World Exploration accompanied by Financial Acumen second-to-none. While others are busy in attempting to gain publicity for all of their business ventures, the Dutch are Stealthily conducting business negotiations. Additionally, their years of experience in dealing with people in other countries has taught them the benefits of being circumspect. The asset of being adroit in business comes from years of similar international exposure.
The Dutch Optimism is,in part,based upon the ability to correctly analyze people and situations [thereby gaining a confidence which morphs into cheerfulness].
The Dutch Wealth has accumulated over the years by both the aforementioned ‘abilities’ as well as knowing “Good Money Management”. Common-sense dictates that: “One does not spend more than one earns”. Application of this simple Credo applies also to business transactions of all kinds. Seldom is heard of the Dutch paying artificially exorbitant prices for goods or services; they know better. Through the years, application of this behavior has allowed the Dutch to prosper; be it in: Flower Production And Sales, International Finance, Maritime Shipping, or Petroleum Exploration and Production. The 92,000 Millionaire Households are a Testament to this.
Perhaps the wisdom of ECC 10:19 has been endorsed by them.
Any People who have learned to “Hold back the Ocean” have the necessary Intellect and Tenacity to succeed wherever they choose.
Reference: http://www.dutchnews.nl/news/archives/2013/11/the_netherlands_92000_milliona.php