Cornelius Vanderbilt

"The secret of my success is that I have always done that which was in my power to do."

"Wealth should not corrupt the soul of a man."

"The best investment is in people and their potential."

"I never sought wealth for its own sake, but for the power it provides."

"The man who cannot make decisions will not succeed in business."

"Every obstacle is an opportunity in disguise."

"I built my fortune by understanding what people wanted and providing it."

"Life is a constant struggle, but struggle builds character."

"The greatest gift a man can give is his time and attention."

"I have found that the most successful men are those who take risks."

"Patience is the greatest virtue in business and in life."

"The man who works hard and honestly will never lack for anything."

"I have always believed that knowledge is power."

"The future belongs to those who prepare for it today."

"I never rest on my laurels; there is always more to achieve."

"The greatest strength a man can have is the strength of his convictions."

"Work is the best medicine for any ailment of the soul."

"I have made my mistakes, but I have learned from each one."

"The man who fears nothing is the man who can achieve anything."

"I believe that every man should work for his own success."

"The greatest satisfaction comes from building something that endures."

"I have always been a believer in the power of imagination."

"The man who waits for opportunity will grow old waiting."

"I have found that honesty is always the best policy in business."

"The secret to happiness is to find work that you love."

"I never allow sentiment to cloud my judgment in business."

"The man who gives up is the man who has already failed."

"I have always believed in the value of a good reputation."

"The greatest power a man can have is the power to influence others."

"I came from nothing, and I am not afraid to lose everything."