Often, a product popularly believed to be the best of its type is no better than any other; rather, the product' s reputation, which may be independent of its quality, provides its owner with status
Thus, although there is no harm in paying for status if that is what one wants, one should know that one is paying for prestige, not quality
Personal charm is often confused with virtue. Thus, while there is nothing wrong with befriending a charming person, anyone who does so should realize that a charming friend is not necessarily a good and loyal friend.