There is scarcely an instance of a man who has made a fortune by speculation and kept it

I believe the true road to preeminent success in any line is to make yourself master in that line. I have no faith in the policy of scattering one's resources, and in my experience I have rarely if ever met a man who achieved preeminence in money making.. certainly never one in manufacturing.. who was interested in many concerns.

Instead of the question "What must I do for my employer?" substitute "What can I do"

Be king in your dreams. Make your vow that you will reach that position, with untarnished reputation, and make no other vow to distract your attention.

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

There is no use whatsoever in trying to help people who do not help themselves.

All honor's wounds are self-inflicted.