People refuse to take chances in business, because they fear the criticism which may follow if they fail. The fear of criticism, in such cases is stronger than the DESIRE for success.

You are the sum total of your dominating or most prominent thoughts.

Practical dreamers have always been and always will be the pattern-makers of civilization.

The most interesting thing about a postage stamp is the persistence with which it sticks to its job.

I realize the dominating thoughts of my mind will eventually reproduce themselves in outward, physical action and gradually transform themselves into physical reality, therefore, I will concentrate my thoughts for thirty minutes daily, upon the task of thinking of the person I intend to become, thereby creating in my mind a clear mental picture of that person.

Opportunity never sneaks up on those who straddle the fence of indecision.

If you think your lot in life has been hard read “Up From Slavery” by Booker T. Washington, and you may see how fortunate you have been.