You should aim to be independent of any one vote, of any one fashion, of any one century.

Some are satisfied to stand politely before the portals of Fortune and to await her bidding; better those who push forward, who employ their enterprise, who on the wings of their worth and valor seek to embrace luck, and to effectively gain her favor.

Keep to yourself the final touches of your art.

It is a great piece of skill to know how to guide your luck even while waiting for it.

Never risk your reputation on a single shot, for if you miss the loss is irreparable.

Wise men appreciate all men, for they see the good in each and know how hard it is to make anything good.

Words are feminine; deeds are masculine.