Determine to do some thinking for yourself. Don't live entirely upon the thoughts of others. Don't be an automaton.

I will have no man work for me who has not the capacity to become a partner.

Too many would-be executives are slaves of routine.

Responsibility is always a sign of trust.

The best way to stop a bad habit is never to begin it.

There's no better friend to any merchant than a fair competitor.

I never trust an executive who tends to pass the buck. Nor would I want to deal with him as a customer or a supplier.