American industry is spilling over with men who started life even with the leaders, with brains just as big, with hands quite as capable. And yet one man emerges from the mass, rises sheer about his fellows; and the rest remain.

The man who fails to give fair service during the hours for which he is paid is dishonest. The man who is not willing to give more than this is foolish.

A factory can be closed down, its chimneys smokeless, waiting for the worker to come back to his job, and all will be peaceful. But the moment workers are imported, and the striker sees his own place usurped, there is bound to be trouble.

I disagreed with Carnegie's ideas on how best to distribute his wealth. I spent mine!

Don't be reluctant about putting on overalls!

Lead the life that will make you kindly and friendly to everyone about you, and you will be surprised what a happy life you will lead.

If you must be a glutton, be a glutton for work.