In this section you can read people quotes and philosophers of all eras, as well as business quotes successful people of our planet. Presented aphorisms,and interesting facts about great people. For many, a good quote is a “locomotive” in achieving great goals. And any successful businessman has a couple of good quotes in his arsenal...
The only obstacle to the implementation of our plans for tomorrow may be our doubts today. (Franklin Roosevelt).
*interesting fact about Franklin Roosevelt- a street in Yalta is named after Franklin Roosevelt; previously this street was called Boulevard.
With a gentleman I always try to be one and a half times more of a gentleman, and with a crook I always try to be one and a half times more of a crook (Otto von Bismarck).*interesting fact about Bismarck- it was Bismarck who initiated the unification of the German principalities into a single national state - Germany, and also under Bismarck the level of democracy gradually began to decline, which the elite did not particularly like...
If you chop wood yourself, it will warm you twice(Henry Ford) . *interesting Forde fact- he has one aphorism that you don’t see very often on the Internet; at one time he said - “A car is not a luxury, but a means of transportation.” Another thing I would like to note about Ford is that he was an engineer and a very hardworking person, and he called people who do nothing and have a lot of money unworthy of existence!
Great opportunities come to everyone, but many don't even know they've encountered them.(William Channing Ellery).*interesting fact about Channing- his books were famous, even Leo Tolstoy himself read his “works.” And the main ideology in Channing’s later books was that God exists in the soul of every person. He Channing was also an activist for the abolition of black slavery.
If a person says something is not for sale, he is not a businessman. The business is built on the fact that everything is for sale. Apart from honor and dignity, of course. Although some say that this is also for sale (Vladimir Evtushenkov).*interesting facts about Yevtushenkov- has two higher educations (Mendeleev University and Moscow State University). Owns 65% of shares of AFK Sistema and is the current chairman of the board of directors.
It's all in the thoughts. Thought is the beginning of everything. And thoughts can be controlled. And therefore, the main thing to improve is to work on thoughts. (L.N. Tolstoy) *interesting fact about Tolstoy- He was never able to finish university; he left without a degree. But in the end he became a cadet and took part in the Crimean War. So it was this period of time that inspired L.N. Tolstoy will create a novel in the future: "War and Peace".
If you set off towards your goal and stop along the way to throw stones at every dog that barks at you, you will never reach your goal. (Fedor Dostoevsky).*interesting fact about Fyodor Dostoevsky- Fedor had his first child when he was 46 years old, unfortunately the child (daughter) died 3 months later. Fedor had four children in total, two died...
Ideas are the cheapest commodity... But the number of people who know how to implement ideas and make money from them is very limited (Bruce Barton). *interesting fact about Bruce Barton is an American writer and businessman who came up with the idea of creating the names of such companies: General Motors and General Electric. He also proposed at one time the idea of companies sponsoring programs on central television channels.
How many millionaires do you know who built their fortune on interest from a deposit? That's what I'm talking about(Robert Allen) *interesting fact about Robert Allen- he has many best-selling business books that have allowed Americans to increase their financial literacy and earn big money, one of the books: “Multiple Sources of Income.”
Rich people have small TVs and big libraries, and poor people have small libraries and big TVs (Zig Ziglar). *interesting fact about Zig- author of books on positive thinking, has written more than 20 books on sales, success, leadership, personal motivation. In business circles he was called Zig, many books are still relevant and, for example: "Secrets of making deals"
Money will not buy happiness for those who do not know what they want. Money will not indicate a goal to those who choose their path with their eyes closed (Ayn Rand). *interesting facts about Ayn Rand- a writer and philosopher, in whose veins Jewish blood flows, was born in Russia, and then moved to America, where she became one of the founders of the philosophy of Objectivism.
Education will help you survive. Self-education will lead you to success(Jim Rohn) *interesting fact about Jim Rohn- this man is one of the record holders for the number of speeches before an audience - about 6,500 times, about 4.1 million people listened to his oral lectures.
Our every day is a bank account, and the money in it is our time. There are no rich or poor here, everyone has 24 hours (Christopher Rice). *interesting fact about Christopher Rice- why did he become a famous writer? But because his mother was a writer, his aunt was a writer, and his father was an artist and poet...
Great deeds must be accomplished without hesitation, so that the thought of danger does not weaken courage and speed.(Gaius Julius Caesar).*interesting fact about Julius Caesar- this great man became famous for his many achievements in the Roman Republic; in fact, he is the founder of the word “king” (that is, after his death, many monarchs wanted to call themselves the Great Caesar, for example, in German Caesar is “Kaiser”).
It is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation(Herman Melville).*interesting fact about Herman Melville- became famous for his famous literary work Moby Dick, published in 1851. Initially, the public did not appreciate this novel, but 50 years later the literature was recognized as a masterpiece.
Only those who are capable of long-term concentration on one task will be able to achieve real success (Pavel Durov). *interesting fact about Pavel Durov- Durov’s fortune is estimated at 8 billion rubles, he has already shown how he can “manage his finances” by launching 5 thousand dollar bills in the form of airplanes from the window of his office...
We read too many trivial books, they take up our time and give us absolutely nothing. Actually, we should only read what we admire (Johann Wolfgang von Goethe).*interesting fact about Goethe- Goethe was not only a brilliant poet, but after 1782 he became a Freemason. Also, he had a lot of mistresses, and only by 1788 did he decide to marry an uneducated girl (a flower girl).
A leader must have the strength of character and perseverance to endure what ordinary employees cannot (Jack Ma). *interesting fact about Jack Ma- He is the creator of the Taobao company (this Chinese site works on the principle of Ebay). After the creation of Taobao in 2006, Ebay closed its Chinese division, because could not compete with Taobao.
In business, as in science, there is no room for either love or hate.(Samuel Butler) *interesting fact about Samuel Butler- Graduated from Cambridge University, a year later he migrated to New Zealand, where he was engaged in sheep breeding. After 5 years, he returned to England, and sheep farming doubled his capital.
These are the immutable laws of business: words are words, explanations are explanations, promises are promises, and only execution is reality (Harold Jenin). *interesting fact about Harold Jenin- was an American businessman who lived to be 87 years old. And his wife lived to be 102 years old.
He who loses money loses a lot; he who loses a friend loses much more; he who loses faith loses everything (Eleanor Roosevelt).*interesting facts about Eleanor Roosevelt- this is surprising, but she was more popular than her husband, President Franklin Roosevelt, in addition, in the early 1940s she was appointed Deputy Secretary of Defense of the United States.
Solving problems does not bring results, but only prevents damage. Seizing opportunities brings results (Peter Drucker). - he doesn’t have many books and quotes about business, but the famous book “Effective Leader” about increasing the personal effectiveness of a leader has become a bestseller. The book explains how to start changes with yourself so that they affect the entire company.
An entrepreneur, like a surgeon, must be able to hurt. Not everyone is capable of this, and not everyone likes it (Vladimir Potanin).*interesting fact about Vladimir Potanin- this businessman was in 89th place in the Forbes world list in 2006. In 2016, he already ranks 51st in the world and 1st in Russia, although from 2006 to 2016 there were already 2 crises... And his business is growing, he bought a share of the Zaodno network in 2015.
Half of what separates successful entrepreneurs from unsuccessful ones is persistence(Steve Jobs) . *interesting fact about Jobs- His only wife was Lauren Powell, he met her when he gave a lecture at Stanford Business School. In total they had 3 children: 1 boy and two girls. He said about his youngest daughter Eve: “she will either become the head of Apple or the president of the United States.”
If you have a great goal in front of you, but your capabilities are limited, act anyway, because only through action can your capabilities increase (Sri Aurobindo). *interesting facts about Aurbindo- was a philosopher and poet, was the founder of integral yoga. In 1950, he was nominated as a candidate for the Nobel Peace Prize.
I remember no more about the books I read than about the food I ate, but it was books that helped me become successful (as a person) (Ralph Waldo Emerson).*interesting fact about Ralph Waldo Emerson- Emerson was a poet, writer, philosopher and social activist. Later he turned out to be the spiritual leader of the liberals, and in Germany he won the sympathy of readers and influenced F. Nietzsche.
Business on trust ends in big blood(Boris Berezovsky).
*interesting fact about Boris Berezovsky- his family (father and mother) and he himself were engineers. Berezovsky had two higher educations (MLI and Mechanics and Mathematics of Moscow State University), and later completed his postgraduate studies at the Institute of Management Problems of the USSR Academy of Sciences. He had 6 children, of which 4 were daughters and 2 sons. There were two wives - an official marriage, the third - a civil one. Each wife has 2 children.
The first rule of business is to treat others as you would like to be treated.(Charles Dickens).
*interesting fact about Charles Dickens- his first love is the daughter of a banker: Maria Beadnell, but he did not find happiness in this marriage, after which he went to Ellen Ternan. Based on this theme, a film was made in 2013, “The Invisible Woman.”
Friendship based on business is better than business based on friendship(William James)
*interesting fact about William James- in 1907 he was a professor of psychology at Harvard University, where he subsequently organized the first laboratory of applied psychology in the United States. James devoted a lot of time to spiritualism and parapsychological experiments."
There is only one plan in business: no plan.(Thomas Dewar)
*interesting fact about Thomas Dewar- in addition to quotes, he has many jokes and aphorisms, they even had a special status - “duarisms”, as an example - The biggest lies are written on tombstones."
The Internet does not change business models, it can only provide new powerful tools to existing ones(Doug Devas)
*interesting fact about Doug Devas- Graduated from the Krannert Graduate School of Management at Purdue University, and in the early 2000s became president of Amway Corporation. He showed himself as a leader with pronounced organizational skills."
Running a business without advertising is like winking at a girl in complete darkness: you know what you're doing, but no one else does. (Stuart Henderson Britt).
*interesting fact about Stuart Henderson- years of life 1907-1979, was an American psychologist, direction of social psychology.
Business is a game, the greatest game in the world if you know how to play it(Thomas Watson Jr.).
*interesting facts about Watson- this is a statement about the business of the younger Thomas Watsan, and there was also a senior, he said, “nothing in the world can replace perseverance.”
There is nothing easier than finding fault with others. It takes no intelligence, no talent, no self-denial to grumble.(Robert West)
*interesting fact about Robert West- a famous professor who has helped many people quit smoking. He is the founder of NHS Stop Smoking Services and has been a consultant to the British Department of Health. Published the book "I Don't Smoking Anymore".
Even if you are on the right path, you will be run over if you stand still(William Penn Eder Rogers).
*interesting fact about Rogers- famous actor and journalist of the early 20th century. He was listed in the Guinness Book of Records as a person capable of throwing three ropes (lasso) simultaneously. In the 1930s, he was the highest paid actor and appeared in more than 70 films throughout his career.
You must be interested and determined to start a business. And the test of determination will be your business plan (Itzhak Adizes).
*interesting facts about Adizes- The Government of the Russian Federation engaged him as a consultant to raise the management system to a higher level.
Life is like riding a bicycle. You won't fall as long as you pedal.(Claude Pepper)
*interesting fact about Claude Pepper- at one time he was a senator in the state of Florida, his career did not go any further, because... one influential sophist said that his sister was a Thespian, although there is nothing wrong with this, because The word "Thespian" means a fan of dramatic art.
Uncertainty and risk are the main difficulty and the main chance of business(David Hertz)
*interesting fact about David Hertz- Hertz was an outstanding scientist and had many titles. He also served as a commander in the US Navy during World War II. Colleagues and friends called him affectionately - “because-because.”
A lucky person is a person who has done what others were about to do.(Jules Renard).
*interesting fact about Jules Renard“Renard was a famous French writer, and when he was little he was jealous of Victor Hugo’s grandchildren, so Jules and Hugo “knew” each other.”
He who does not have the courage to risk his life to achieve freedom deserves to be a slave.(Georg Hegel).
*interesting fact about Georg Hegel“Hegel is a true philosopher, but this man was unusual, for example, he easily reasoned about complex issues, deductively reaching the appropriate conclusions, but in conversations on everyday topics he had difficulty finding words.”
A dollar is worth whatever the stock exchange says(Milton Friedman).
*interesting fact about Milton Friedman- Friedman was a Nobel Prize winner in economics. He adhered to the following view: “if the state does not interfere in market regulation, then in the long term, current prices will tend to be competitive.”
Nothing in the world can replace perseverance. Talent? Talented losers are all over the place. Genius? Unrecognized geniuses have become a proverb. Education? The world is full of well-educated fools. Only perseverance and work will grind everything down (Thomas Watson Sr.).
*interesting fact about Thomas Watson- was the head of IBM, brought many innovations to the company, he was not an engineer and he did not have a higher education, but he had excellent organizational skills.
Everyone knows that money can buy shoes but not happiness, food but not appetite, bed but not sleep, medicine but not health, servants but not friends, entertainment but not joy, teachers but not intelligence ( Socrates).
*interesting fact about Socrates-Once Socrates got a kick, he endured it too... people were surprised and asked why there was no reaction from him, he replied: “If a donkey kicked me, would I sue him?”
The best reward life can give you is the opportunity to work hard doing something worthwhile. (Theodore Roosevelt).
*interesting fact about Theodore Roosevelt- Roosevelt loved to eat eggs for breakfast. Few people know, but his entire family knew how to use stilts and every family member had them.
The biggest mistake is that we give up quickly. Sometimes, to get what you want, you just have to try one more time. (Thomas Edison) .
*interesting fact about Thomas Edison- he made a gate in his yard, which was connected to the pump of the home water supply; those who entered pumped several liters of water into his tank
In general, people work harder and more innovatively when they are not forced, but it is a different story when they are strictly told what to do (Soichiro Honda).
*interesting fact about Soichiro Honda- he was born into a poor family, his father was a blacksmith. One of his main beliefs was that the “trial and error” method is an integral part of success.
The great science of living happily is to live only in the present(Pythagoras).
*interesting fact about Pythagoras- he was not only an ancient Greek philosopher, mathematician... but also participated in the Olympic Games and turned out to be a winner. In addition, he argued that everything in the world is reflected in numbers, and his favorite number was 10.
People who decide to act usually have good luck. On the contrary, they are rarely successful for people who do nothing but weigh and hesitate (Herodotus).
*interesting fact about Herodotus- was not only a famous historian, which is why he was called the “father of history,” but he was also a traveler who traveled to many countries and cities of the ancient world.
If I had eight hours to cut down a tree, I would spend six hours sharpening the ax (Abraham Lincoln).
*interesting facts about Abraham Lincoln- he is considered one of the best presidents of America, many still cite his dedication as an example, also, due to his tragic death, he is considered by the people to be a martyr who gave his life for the reunification of the country and the liberation of black slaves.
If you don't have your own purpose in life, then you will work for someone who does.(Robert Anthony)
*interesting fact about Robert Anthony is a famous psychologist and scientist from the USA who specializes in management. His books have helped many people become successful in life. Download the book "Stop thinking! Take action!"
People often ask me: “Where did you start?” With the will to live. I wanted to live, not vegetate(Oleg Tinkov).
*interesting fact about Oleg Tinkov- at one time, beer was produced under the Tinkoff brand; before the start of sales of this beer, a marketing campaign was launched, in which Oleg made up a story that his roots came from a family of brewers.
Poverty puts barriers to our desires, but it also limits us, while wealth increases our needs, but also provides opportunities to satisfy them. (Vauvenargues, Luc de Clapier).
*interesting fact about Luc de Clapier- French writer, philosopher and moralist. He was a very smart man, but during his service he fell ill with smallpox, which did not allow him to advance further in his career.
When crops are not harvested for a long time, they rot. But if you put things off all the time, they only become more(Paulo Coelho) .
*interesting fact about Paulo Coelho- women always experienced increased attention to his person; as a result, he was married four times, but remained and remains to this day married to Christina Oiticika, who inspires him to publish wonderful books.
For a ship that does not know where it is sailing, no wind will be favorable.(Lucius Annaeus Seneca).
*interesting fact about Seneca- received the highest position of consul and at that time achieved wealth in the amount of 300 million sisters (these are silver coins weighing 1.13 grams).
Everything that I once told myself must be done (this is the only way to acquire a real iron will). To be a master of yourself and then become a master for others is what should be done, what I want and what I will pursue (N.M. Leskov). *interesting fact about Leskov N.M.- Leskov was friends with L.N. Tolstoy, he spoke very warmly about him and his ideas. This is what he wrote about Lev Nikolaevich in one of his letters: “I always agree with him and there is no one on earth who is dearer to me than him.”
Raise man so that the state may rise. Man is the goal, all systems are the means, religion too. No one should turn systems into a goal. Because man is the most worthy creature worthy of respect and it is important to serve him (Recep Erdogan).*interesting facts about Recep Tayyip Erdogan- As a child, he lived in a poor family and earned money like many boys on the street, selling drinks. He played football, but his father did not allow him to start a professional football career.
Nothing gives you as many advantages over others as the ability to remain calm and cool in any situation. (Thomas Jefferson).*interesting fact about Thomas Jefferson- As President of the United States, he provided the government with money only through customs duties without collecting taxes from the population, this was a success in the economy, but as a result of the Napoleonic Wars, US trade with London and Paris was interrupted - and this led to collapse.
Almost the only way to make really big money is to open your own business. You will never get much by working for someone else. Find “your niche, produce a product that people need, but which they cannot buy or get with great difficulty (Jean Paul Getty). *interesting fact about Paul Getty- Paul Getty said that “a long-term relationship with a woman is only possible if you are bankrupt.” He was married five times.
Start small. If things go well, build a larger position(George Soros)
*interesting fact about George Soros- He is known as a financier and philanthropist, as well as a social thinker and the author of a number of books. I invested my investments in stocks, funds, etc. In 2000 there was a fall in the NASDAQ, as a result of which he lost three billion dollars at once.
Always try to indicate the cost of the product(David Ogilvy)
*interesting fact about David Ogilvy- He is one of the most successful advertisers in the world... It is noteworthy that after the army he learned to be very concise in his letters, for example - a letter to the governor of Puerto Rico, who was re-elected to this post, David wrote: “Dear Governor . God bless. Yours forever, D.O.”
When secretaries sit back and chatter, it is a clear sign that the institution is in a state of decay (Lee Iacocca).
*interesting fact about Lee Iacocca- Lee Iacocca worked at Ford for a long time - he was a manager. But under his leadership, one line of cars had an incorrectly designed chassis, after which all of those cars had to be recalled and the company suffered serious losses. In this regard, Henry Ford fired the young manager...
Finance and business are dangerous waters in which voracious sharks circle in search of prey. In this game, knowledge is the key to strength and power. Spend the money to know what you are doing, otherwise someone will get the better of you very quickly. Financial illiteracy is a huge problem. People get themselves into dangerous situations all the time because they are not properly prepared (Donald Trump).
*interesting facts about Donald Trump- Everyone knows that Trump is a construction magnate in the United States. But few people know that since his student years, Trump has not drunk any alcohol or smoked. And he sleeps 3-4 hours a day and thinks that this is quite enough.
I 100% assure you that every aspiring businessman should have a company development strategy. But do not forget that this is not a dogma, and depending on the situation it is possible, and even necessary, to deviate from the plan (Vladimir Lisin).
*interesting fact about Vladimir Lisin- Currently, Vladimir Lisin is one of the richest businessmen in Russia, he ranks 8th according to Forbes in 2015. He holds the main stake in the Novolipetsk Metallurgical Plant. He began his career in 1975 as an ordinary electrician in a Russian coal company.
When I didn’t have enough money, I sat down to think, and didn’t run to earn money. An idea is the most expensive commodity in the world(Steve Jobs) .
*interesting fact about Jobs- “Many people praise Jobs, but few people know his character flaws... For example, he was a perfectionist, this of course helped him make unique designs, but for employees it sometimes turned into hell, for example: machines and automatic machines in his factory were painted and were repainted many times while he fanatically chose a color scheme. As a result, there were snow-white walls, like in a museum, black leather chairs for $20 thousand and a custom-made, expensive, unique staircase...At the end of his life, while in the hospital, he reviewed 67 nurses before choosing three he liked, whom he allowed to care for him before his death..."
Life is all about managing risks, not eliminating risks(Walter Wriston)
*interesting fact about Walter Wriston- “He was a famous banker. He had two wives. He lived to be 85 years old, and all his books, articles and works are stored in the American Tufts Archive in digitized form.”
At the origins of every successful enterprise lies a bold decision once made.(Peter Drucker)
*interesting fact about Peter Drucker- "The Drucker Prize is an annual event held by the Graduate School of Management of St. Petersburg State University, within the framework of which GSOM students and graduates are presented with awards in various categories. The award ceremony is organized by the students themselves."
Stop being afraid of failure(Larry Page)
*interesting facts about Larry Page- “In 1998, Larry Page offered Yahoo! to buy Google along with PageRank for $1 million. Yahoo refused. In 2005, Google was already worth $80 billion, and the company’s annual profit was $1.5 billion.”
If you want to have enough money for you and your family, work yourself... If you want to provide for your future generations, make people work for you (Karl Marx).
*interesting fact about Karl Marx- “Karl Marx is a famous German philosopher, he studied the foundations of class struggle. He never visited Russia, although his teaching became the basis of the communist movement. In his office there was a statue of Zeus and he grew his beard, imitating Zeus...”
There are three ways to go broke: the fastest is horse racing, the most enjoyable is women, and the most reliable is agriculture. (William Pitt, Younger).
*interesting fact about William Pitt- "William Pitt - headed the Cabinet of Ministers of Great Britain. He became Prime Minister at the age of 24. In the entire history of the country, he is the youngest Prime Minister."
Continuous learning is the minimum requirement for success in any field(Denis Whately)
*interesting fact about Denis Whiteley- “He is the author of 16 books and has released hundreds of audio lectures translated into 14 languages, and 10 of them also joined the list of bestsellers in their category... Few people know when representatives of the USANA Health Sciences company found out that Denis had Whately does not have a master's degree and has announced his resignation from the company. Also, the company has failed to verify that Whately's doctorate from La Jolla University is genuine."
If you want to succeed, continue to believe in yourself even when no one believes in you anymore (Abraham Lincoln) .
*interesting facts about Abraham Lincoln- “Few people know that Lincoln became bankrupt several times while running his business. He also lost elections to the Senate and President many times... He was a tall man - 193 cm and he wore a top hat (which it also added to his height), in which he sometimes hid money and important letters."
Education increases your chances of getting rich (Alisher Usmanov).
*explanation by Alisher Usmanov based on the quote- “The chances of becoming rich are always greater when you are educated and also have the natural qualities that rich, successful or great businessmen are endowed with. Work is like a sport of the highest achievements. If you have champion qualities, putting work into them, you will always you will achieve your goal."
I have neither friends nor enemies - only competitors (Aristotle Onassis).
*interesting fact about Aristotle Onassis- He was the son of a rich father, but started a business without his help, walking for a long time next to a tobacco factory, he managed, after his persistence, to offer samples of tobacco, after which he received his first order for several thousand dollars.
I didn’t just kind of take a place for myself, I didn’t just take office - I decided for myself that I was ready to do anything, to make any sacrifices to restore my country. That is, I defined this for myself as the main meaning of my whole life. And I decided for myself that this was the end of my, in a broad sense, personal life, my personal interests. (Putin Vladimir Vladimirovich).
*interesting fact about V.V. Putin- While serving in the KGB, Vladimir Putin had the nickname “Mol.”
I learned a simple lesson that has changed the entire retail system in America today. Let's say I bought an item for 80 cents. If you put it on the shelf at a price of $1, you can sell three times as much as at a price of $1 and 20 cents. I halved my profit, but in the end I made much more on volume (Samuel Walton).
*interesting fact about Samuel Walton- During the Great Depression, Sam Walton takes part in the family milk business, milking cows and delivering milk to customers.
You'll never cross the ocean if you're afraid of losing sight of the shore.(Christopher Columbus).*interesting facts about Columbus- This is one of the navigators about whose biography there is very little truthful and reliable information. But what is known for certain are the dying words of Christopher: “Into your hands, Lord, I entrust my spirit.”
In Silicon Valley, many people founded their own businesses, created companies, but still did not understand what they would do. First, decide why you need all this, how the company will be useful to society, and only then develop it (Mark Zuckerberg).
*interesting fact about Zuckerberg- Time magazine named Zuckerberg Person of the Year in 2010. On December 8, 2010, Mark Zuckerberg announced that he had joined the Giving Pledge, a philanthropic campaign by billionaires Warren Buffett and Bill Gates. On June 30, 2013, Mark Zuckerberg, along with other Facebook employees, took part in the gay pride parade that took place in San Francisco...
There is only one thing that a person can completely control - this is his own attitude towards life(Napoleon Hill).
*interesting fact about Napoleon Hill-During his work on the book “Think and Grow Rich,” Napoleon managed to conduct detailed interviews with five hundred of the most successful Americans and derive a universal formula for success, suitable for people even with the most modest abilities. Hill’s interlocutors included such famous people as Henry Ford, Charles Schwab, William Wrigley, Clarence Darrow, Luther Burbank, John Pierpont Morgan and even three American presidents.
Anyone who wants to see the results of his work immediately should become a shoemaker. A person's value should be determined by what he gives, and not by what he is able to achieve. Try to become not a successful person, but a valuable person. You need to learn the rules of the game. And then, you need to start playing better than everyone else. The biggest stupidity is to do the same thing and hope for a different result (Albert Einstein).
Good day, dear readers of my blog! Today I will provide you with not just quotes about business and success, but expressions of people who have achieved global success. They will share their experiences and tell you what inspired them, supported them and helped them stick to their goals. These are great people who belong to modern society, which means that what they say or do is relevant and can motivate each of us to achieve.
Top 20 quotes
- In baseball, as in business, there are three types of people: those who make it happen, those who watch it happen, and those who are surprised that it happens at all. Tommy Lasorda (one of the best coaches in baseball).
- If you are not ready to change and get out of your comfort zone, do not try to run your own business. Ruben Vardanyan (Adviser to the President of Sberbank).
- Finance and business are dangerous waters in which voracious sharks circle in search of prey. In this game, knowledge is the key to strength and power. Spend the money to know what you are doing, otherwise someone will get the better of you very quickly. Financial illiteracy is a huge problem. People get themselves into dangerous situations all the time simply because they are not properly prepared. Donald Trump (45th President of the USA).
- I'm convinced that half of what separates successful entrepreneurs from unsuccessful ones is persistence. Steve Jobs
- If faith in success and dedication to an idea are unshakable, they cannot be resisted. Pavel Durov (founder of VKontakte).
- Don't be afraid to make mistakes, don't be afraid to experiment, don't be afraid to work hard. Perhaps you won’t succeed, perhaps circumstances will be stronger than you, but then, if you don’t try, you will be bitter and offended for not trying. Evgeniy Kaspersky (Head of Kaspersky Lab CJSC).
- If you haven't defined your purpose in life, you will work for someone who has it. Robert Anthony (Professor in Management Psychology).
- The most important thing in business is to focus on creating something important. I just worked on things that I would like to use myself. Mark Zuckerberg (founder of Facebook).
- As a rule, sustainable success is achieved not through a desperate (“hang yourself by your shoelaces”) one-time (“now or never!”) leap or feat, but as a result of everyday decision-making and their implementation. Stephen Covey (American businessman, wrote one of the most influential books on business).
- The top five talents for success are: focus, caution, organization, innovation and communication. Harold Jenin (President of ITT Corporation).
- The only thing that kept me from failing was that I loved my job—that was what drove me. Steve Jobs (founder of Apple Corporation).
- Never falling is not the greatest achievement in life. The main thing is to get up every time. Nelson Mandela (8th President of South Africa).
- I want this. So it will be. Henry Ford (inventor, owner of automobile factories).
- The lesson I learned and followed throughout my life was to try, and try, and try again - but never give up! Richard Branson (founder of Virgin Group).
- The longer you walk towards success, the closer it gets. Too many people give up one step before winning. Remember: others will take this step. Napoleon Hill (American author, creator of the “self-help” genre).
- Success is nothing more than a few simple rules followed daily, and failure is simply a few mistakes repeated daily. Together they make up what leads us to either success or failure! Jim Rohn (American speaker, business coach).
- If you do something and you are good at it, you should do something else, even better. Don't dwell on one thing for too long, just figure out what will happen next. Seth Godin (American speaker, author and entrepreneur).
- Most people are deprived of financial success because the fear of losing money is much greater than the joy of wealth. Robert Kiyosaki (American businessman, investor, author of self-development books).
- Cultivate success from failure. Obstacles and failures are the two surest steps to success. Dale Carnegie (American educator, speaker, writer).
- I can't give you a formula for success, but I can give you a formula for failure: try to please everyone. Gerard Swope (President of General Electric Co.)
Re-read these motivational quotes from time to time, they were formed thanks to the experience of people who achieved worldwide success, were able to realize their potential, and accordingly will help you achieve your goals. For inspiration, I also recommend reading an article about people who have achieved success through their own work. That’s all for today, dear readers, subscribe to my blog to stay updated on new interesting information!
Most beginners and even experienced entrepreneurs often face a lack of motivation. There are times when nothing works out the way you planned, and it seems like you are wasting time in one place. In such situations, more than ever, we need the advice and support of a wise mentor - however, even the smallest thing - a saying from a person who has achieved recognition and success - can restore the desire to move forward. That's why we bring you a selection of 12 motivational quotes from famous entrepreneurs who have achieved tremendous success in their industries despite hostile circumstances.
“Think differently. New ideas don't come from sitting still. Talk to people, observe the world, get out of the office cage, ask questions and try things.”
— Steve Jobs, American engineer and entrepreneur, founder of Apple
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« The biggest risk is not taking any risks».
— Mark Zuckerberg, American programmer and entrepreneur, founder of Facebook
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“If you want to be innovative, you must be capable of intuitive judgment.”
— Fred Smith, American entrepreneur, founder and CEO of FedEx
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“Customers learn about who we are as they interact with us. A brand for a company is like a reputation for a person. You gain a reputation for doing difficult things well. People notice this over time. I don’t think there’s any shortcut anywhere.”
— Jeff Bezos, American entrepreneur, CEO and founder of Amazon.com
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"There is only one way to do great work - to love it."
- Steve Jobs
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« There is nothing more detrimental to financial well-being than coming up with a great idea and not getting around to implementing it. ».
— Donald Trump, American businessman, President of Trump Org
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“Even if you are very talented and put in a lot of effort, some results just take time: you won’t get a baby in a month even if you get nine women pregnant.”
— Warren Buffett, American entrepreneur, President of Berkshire Hathaway
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“The more you try and fail, the more likely you are to stumble upon something worthwhile.”
— Sergey Brin and Larry Page, American entrepreneurs, founders of Google
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“No one is defeated until he admits himself defeated.”
— Napoleon Hill, American public figure, author of Think and Grow Rich, one of the best-selling books of all time
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“If you want to have something you’ve never had, you’ll have to do something you’ve never done.”
— Coco Chanel, French fashion designer and founder of the house of Chanel
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“If you hit every hole on the first shot, golf will get boring very quickly.”
— Warren Buffett
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“Most failures are people who didn’t know how close they were to success when they gave up.”
— Thomas Edison, American inventor and entrepreneur
Conclusion
Don't be afraid to try, and sooner or later you will achieve your goal. Just believe in yourself, firmly go towards your dream, try, experiment, develop and work hard!
“It's great to celebrate success, but it's more important to heed the lessons that failure teaches us.” - Bill Gates
2. Don't miss opportunities
“If someone offers you an amazing opportunity, but you're not sure you can do it, say yes—you'll learn how to do it later!” (Richard Branson).
3. Focus your efforts on yourself.
“We really compete with ourselves. We have no control over what other people do" (Pete Cashmore).
4. Make an effort to make your plans happen
“It's not about dreams, it's about actions” (Mark Cuban).
5. Never give up
“This is not a failure. I just found 10 thousand ways that will never work" (Thomas Edison).
6. Don't be afraid to mess things up
“Show me a man who has never made a mistake, and I will show you one who does nothing” (William Rosenberg).
7. Let your dreams be free
“Think big and don’t listen to people who tell you it’s impossible. Life is too short to dream about something insignificant” (Tim Ferriss).
8. Accept responsibility
“Either you control your day, or your day controls you” (Jim Rohn).
9. Remember that no goal is too big.
“Whatever you think about, think about more” (Tony Hsieh).
10. Dream big
“Whoever is crazy enough to think that he can change the world is the one who changes it” (Steve Jobs).
11. Know what you can and cannot do
“Whether you think you can or think you can’t do something, you’re right in both cases” (Henry Ford).
12. Don't rush to give up
“All dreams can come true if you have the courage to follow them” (Walt Disney).
13. Always try
“I know that if I fail, I won’t regret it. The only thing you should regret is that you didn’t even try.” (Jeff Bezos)
14. Victory is not everything
“I don't believe in failure. It's not a failure if you enjoyed the process." (Oprah Winfrey)
15. Confront your fears
“If you can overcome fear and take risks, amazing things can happen to you.” (Marissa Mayer)
16. Set your own goals and dreams
“Define your definition of success, achieve it on your own terms, and build a life you are proud of” (Anne Sweeney).
17. Don't let anyone stand in your way
“The question is not who is going to let me, but who is going to stop me” (Ayn Rand).
18. Don't let others get into your head.
“Don't let others define who you are. Only you can do this" (Virginia Rometty).
19. There is always a glimmer of hope to look forward.
“Today was cruel. Tomorrow will be even more cruel. But the day after tomorrow everything will be fine” (Jack Ma).
20. Take control of everything you want.
“Build your own dreams, or someone else will hire you to build theirs” (Farrah Gray).
21. Don't give up when it comes to your dreams.
“When you stop dreaming, you stop living” (Malcolm Forbes).
22. Ignore the naysayers
“Take more risks than others think is safe. Dream bigger than others think is practical" (Howard Schultz).
23. You'll never know unless you try.
“You will miss 100% of success if you don’t try” (Wayne Gretzky).
24. Don't waste time being afraid
“I'm not afraid of death, I'm afraid I never tried” (Jay Z).
25. You are the master of your own universe
“I am not a product of circumstances. I am who my decisions make me" (Stephen Covey).
“You need to see things in the present tense, even if they are in the future” (Larry Ellison).
27. You know what's best for you
“Always trust your instincts” - Estee Lauder.
28. Don't be afraid to be the first to do something.
“Nothing is possible until someone does it” (Bruce Wayne).
29. Always work towards your dreams
“It’s always hard to work on something you don’t think about in your heart” (Paul Graham).
30. Don't talk - act
“The way to do something is to stop talking and start doing” (Walt Disney).
31. Always expect more
“Never be afraid to give up good for great” (John D. Rockefeller).
32. Don't be afraid to ask for help or advice.
“In life you will get what you have the courage to ask for” (Nancy D. Solomon).
33. Success sometimes comes with failure.
“I had more than 9 thousand unsuccessful shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times I was sure that I would win, but lost. I've failed over and over again, and that's why I'm successful." (Michael Jordan)
34. Don't be afraid of hard work
“The only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary” (Vidal Sassoon).
35. Believe in the power of your spirit
“When the going gets tough, move forward” (Joseph P. Kennedy).
36. Failures along the way are inevitable
“Don't worry about failure. There is only one true path for you.” (Drew Houston)
37. Never give up
“Our biggest weakness is that we give up. The surest way to succeed is to try again" (Thomas Edison).
38. Let failure make you stronger.
“Failure defeats losers and inspires winners” (Robert Kiyosaki).
39. No goal is too big for you
“The key to everything is high expectations” (Robert Kiyosaki).
40. If you decide to give up on your dreams, it's your choice.
“Only our choices show that we actually matter much more than our abilities” (Joan Rowling).
41. Don't give up hope
“Success often comes to those who know that luck is inevitable” (Coco Chanel).
42. Remember to never give up.
“You can never leave. Winners never quit, and quitters never win” (Ted Turner).
43. Try to achieve more goals than you planned
“Go as far as you can. When you are there, you will be able to see even more” (Morgan).
44. Stay positive
“How you start each day determines how you live it” (Robin Sharma).
45. Don't think too much
“Learn to let go of your thoughts and not get too caught up in them” (Russell Simmons).
46. Make an effort
“Luck is a dividend. The more you sweat, the more you get." (Ray Kroc)
47. Always try to be the best
“Prove every day that you are right” (Ray Kroc).
48. Keep trying and you'll definitely end up somewhere.
“Failure will lead you to victory” (Eric Ban).
49. Don't let negative reviews hold you back
“Beware of critics. The mediocre mind is the greatest enemy of innovation" (Robert Sophia).
50. Dream bigger
“Whenever you dream, think big” (Donald Trump).
To better understand business, we recommend reading quotes about business. Often they are left by people who understand it, practitioners and successful practitioners of this business. Therefore, if you are faced with difficulties, then this will be business motivation; quotes will charge you with new energy!
So, below we have selected perhaps the best quotes about business for you.
It's difficult to say what is important in life. Life is meaningless in itself. You just need to find something to do to fill this gap between birth and death. What is the meaning of life? Yes, there is none. Having children is a reproductive function; it lies outside of us. What to strive for? Quantitative factors are unlikely to motivate a person. You can't eat two breakfasts. We need to find something to do. You just come up with some kind of game for yourself, and you play it.
Sergey Galitsky
If you want to have something you've never had, you'll have to do something you've never done.
Coco Chanel
If you tripped and fell, this does not mean that you are going the wrong way.
Vantala
You can have everything you can think about all the time.
Brian Tracy
No business can be advanced if there is no fire inside, so after reading business quotes, read and!
The most nonsense and unpromising project, but already launched and working on the Internet, will bring much more results and profits than the most perfect project, which, due to its constant pre-launch improvement, will never be launched.
John Reese
The road leading to success is ever renewed. Success is a forward movement, not a point that can be reached.
Anthony Robbins
How you face defeat determines your success.
David Fegerty
We are truly drawn to do what is destined for us. And when we start doing this, money is immediately found, the right doors open, we feel useful, and work seems like a game.
Julia Cameron
The employer does not pay the salary - he only manages the money. The client pays the salary.
Henry Ford
Don't make money your goal. You can only achieve success in what you love. Go for the things you love in this life, and do them so well that those around you cannot take their eyes off you.
Maya Angelou
Buy when everyone else is selling and hold until someone wants to buy it. This is not just a slogan. This is the essence of successful investing.
Paul Getty
If money is your hope for independence, you will never become independent. The only real guarantee that a person can receive in this world is the stock of his knowledge, experience and capabilities.
Henry Ford
Investing should be like watching paint dry or grass grow. And if you want speakers, take $800 and go to Las Vegas.
Paul Samuelson
If you don't value your time, others won't either. Stop wasting your time and abilities. Start appreciating them and charging money for them.
Kim Garst
I didn't fail. I just found 10,000 ways that don't work.
Thomas Edison
Capital is the part of wealth that we sacrifice to increase our wealth.
Alfred Marshall
In any business, the winner is the one who better satisfies the client’s needs, who justifies, and even better, anticipates them.
Artem Agabekov
What you have to do is create a great product or service with the goal of changing the world. If you do this, you can become a legend.
Guy Kawasaki
Of course, the best use of what these aphorisms about business provide is in the business itself.