There is little success where there is little laughter.

The men who have succeeded are men who have chosen one line and stuck to it.

The man who acquires the ability to take full possession of his own mind may take possession of anything else to which he is justly entitled.

The first man gets the oyster, the second man gets the shell.

The average person puts only 25% of his energy and ability into his work. The world takes off its hat to those who put in more than 50% of their capacity, and stands on its head for those few and far between souls who devote 100%.

The 'morality of compromise' sounds contradictory. Compromise is usually a sign of weakness, or an admission of defeat. Strong men don't compromise, it is said, and principles should never be compromised.

Surplus wealth is a sacred trust which its possessor is bound to administer in his lifetime for the good of the community.

People who are unable to motivate themselves must be content with mediocrity, no matter how impressive their other talents.

No person will make a great business who wants to do it all himself or get all the credit.

There is no class so pitiably wretched as that which possesses money and nothing else.