I want you to understand that your first duty is to humanity. I want others to look at us and see that we care not just about ourselves but about others.

IT'S PRETTY HARD for the Lord TO GUIDE YOU IF YOU HAVEN'T MADE UP YOUR MIND WHICH WAY TO GO.

I am not satisfied in making money for myself. I endeavor to provide employment for hundreds of the women of my race.

I want you to understand that your first duty is to humanity. I want others to look at us and see that we care not just about ourselves but about others.

I want the great masses of my people to take a greater pride in their personal appearance and to give their hair proper attention.

I got my start by giving myself a start.

I had to make my own living and my own opportunity. But I made it! Don't sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them.