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%.

Men who reach decisions promptly usually have the capacity to move with definiteness of purpose in other circumstances.

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

The Republic may not give wealth or happiness, she has not promised these. It is the freedom to pursue these, not their realization, we can claim.

One great cause of failure of young men in business is lack of concentration.

I shall argue that strong men, conversely, know when to compromise and that all principles can be compromised to serve a greater principle.

Every act you have ever performed since the day you were born was performed because you wanted something.