Glengarry Glen Ross Competition Quotes

How we cite our quotes: Act.Scene.Line

Quote #7

AARONOW: I'm fine. You mean on the board? You mean on the board…?

There's a second there when Aaronow thinks he and Roma are talking about life, but he quickly realizes that they're just talking about the competition that dominates their lives. There are very few moments in this play that don't link directly back to the job, the competition, and the sale. This means that the relationship between these men is one based on proximity instead of on actual feelings of compassion or friendship toward each other.

Quote #8

ROMA: I find out whose f***ing cousin you are, I'm going to go to him and figure out a way to have your ass… (2.1.237-238)

Here we can see that Williamson is part of the competition. Roma is battling him for power and the real top spot in the office. If Roma has the power to get rid of Williamson, then is Williamson really running the show?

Quote #9

LEVENE: Who wants to go to lunch? I'm buying. (2.1.249-250)

Who doesn't love free lunch? Levene's offer isn't just him being nice, though. He's made a big time sale, and he needs to show these other boys who's back and ready to compete.