Great men suffer hours of depression through introspection and self-doubt. That is why they are great. That is why you will find modesty and humility the characteristics of such men.

I had never thought of advertising as a life work, though I had on the side, written some very successful copy.

Conceit is God's gift to little men.

In the long run no individual prospers beyond the measure of his faith.

If you want to know if your brain is flabby, feel your legs.

Sometimes when I consider what tremendous consequences come from little things, I am tempted to think there are no little things.

Much brass has been sounded and many cymbals tinkled in the name of advertising; but the advertisements which persuade people to act are written by men who have an abiding respect for the intelligence of their readers, and a deep sincerity regarding the merits of the goods they have to sell.