Approach each new problem not with a view of finding what you hope will be there, but to get the truth.

Whatever men attempt, they seem driven to overdo. When hopes are soaring, I always repeat to myself that two and two still make four.

Only liars manage to always be out during bad times and in during good times.

Bears don't live on Park Avenue.

Never follow the crowd.

All economic movements, by their very nature, are motivated by crowd psychology.

Recipe for success: Be polite, prepare yourself for whatever you are asked to do, keep yourself tidy, be cheerful, don't be envious, be honest with yourself so you will be honest with others, be helpful, interest yourself in your job, don't pity yourself, be quick to praise, be loyal to your friends, avoid prejudices, be independent, interest yourself in politics, and read the newspapers.