I'm stingy and I'm proud of the reputation.

I'm stingy and I'm proud of the reputation.

I'm not afraid of turning 80 and I have lots of things to do. I don't have time for dying.

A better everyday life means getting away from status and conventions -- being freer and more at ease as human beings.

The most dangerous poison is the feeling of achievement. The antidote is to every evening think what can be done better tomorrow.

Simple routine have a greater impact. It is not just to cut costs that we avoid luxury hotels. We do not need fancy cars, posh titles, tailor made uniforms or other status symbols.

If there is such a thing as good leadership, it is to give a good example. I have to do so for all the Ikea employees.