Elbert Gary

Steel Magnate American 1846 – 1927

Built U.S. Steel into world's largest steelmaker.

389 quotes

"The foundation of lasting success is unwavering principle."
Truth
"A leader's greatest gift is the ability to see potential in others."
Leadership
"The market rewards those who understand human nature."
"Adversity is the forge in which character is strengthened."
Strength
"The man who stops learning has begun to decline."
Education
"A society is only as strong as the integrity of its businessmen."
Justice
"The greatest achievement is not wealth but the respect of one's peers."
"Progress is built on the sacrifices of those who came before."
Gratitude
"A man's true power lies in his ability to keep his word."
Power
"The pursuit of happiness often leads away from it; the pursuit of purpose leads toward it."
Philosophy
"Character is destiny; choose your character and you choose your destiny."
Life
"The greatest legacy is not what you leave behind but what you inspire others to become."
Inspiration
"A wise man knows that help given today may be asked returned tomorrow."
Wisdom
"The foundation of democracy is the integrity of its merchants."
Politics
"A man's reputation is his most valuable possession."
"Success achieved through dishonesty is failure in disguise."
Truth
"The steel industry is built on the foundation of honest dealing and fair wages."
Work
"A man's character is reflected in the quality of his work."
Success
"Leadership demands that we lift others as we climb."
Leadership
"The greatest wealth is in the loyalty of your people."
Money
"Progress comes not from innovation alone, but from integrity in application."
Change
"I have always believed that the measure of a nation is in how it treats its workers."
Justice
"Patience in business is not weakness; it is the foundation of lasting enterprise."
Patience
"A leader must see beyond the present to build for the future."
"The strength of an organization lies in the strength of its weakest link."
Strength
"In commerce as in life, the path of honor is also the path of profit."
Truth
"Every man deserves dignity in his labor and respect for his contribution."
Kindness
"The industrial age demands both mechanical precision and human compassion."
Art
"What we build with our hands reflects what we carry in our hearts."
Creativity
"Ambition without principle is merely the hunger of a tyrant."
Power