We live in a time of transition, an uneasy era which is likely to endure for the rest of this read more

We live in a time of transition, an uneasy era which is likely to endure for the rest of this century. During the period we may be tempted to abandon some of the time-honored principles and commitments which have been proven during the difficult times of past generations. We must never yield to this temptation. Our American values are not luxuries, but necessities - not the salt in our bread, but the bread itself.
in his farewell address.

To kill a relative of whom you are tired is something. But to inherit his property afterwards, that is genuine read more

To kill a relative of whom you are tired is something. But to inherit his property afterwards, that is genuine pleasure.

When your work speaks for itself, don't interrupt.

When your work speaks for itself, don't interrupt.

If you want to give a man credit, put it in writing. If you want to give him hell, do read more

If you want to give a man credit, put it in writing. If you want to give him hell, do it on the phone.

Worry about being better; bigger will take care of itself. Think one customer at a time and take care of read more

Worry about being better; bigger will take care of itself. Think one customer at a time and take care of each one the best way you can.

If you have to forecast, forecast often.

If you have to forecast, forecast often.

Make a customer, not a sale.

Make a customer, not a sale.

Money is better than poverty, if only for financial reasons.

Money is better than poverty, if only for financial reasons.

Prices are important not because money is considered paramount but because prices are a fast and effective conveyor of information read more

Prices are important not because money is considered paramount but because prices are a fast and effective conveyor of information through a vast society in which fragmented knowledge must be coordinated.