Jacob Schiff

"In the pursuit of success, never lose sight of your humanity."

"The foundation of all prosperity is trust."

"To understand your enemy is to hold the key to victory."

"The value of a man is not in what he leaves behind in gold, but in the good he has wrought."

"In business, as in war, timing is everything."

"A man's conscience is his most valuable asset."

"The most powerful force in the world is an idea whose time has come."

"To build an empire of influence, one must first master oneself."

"The pursuit of happiness through virtue is the only pursuit worth undertaking."

"In times of uncertainty, those with vision will chart the course forward."

"A generous spirit attracts generous returns."

"The wisdom of ages is found in the study of history and human nature."

"To serve one's community is to serve oneself in the deepest sense."

"The greatest investments are those made in people and their potential."

"In every person lies the potential for greatness; it need only be awakened."

"A man who lives only for himself is a man who has lost everything that matters."

"The key to influence is understanding what others truly desire."

"To be wise is to know the difference between what matters and what does not."

"The strength of a nation is reflected in the character of its citizens."

"In the grand scheme of existence, our time is brief; make it count."

"A life of principle may cost you money, but it will never cost you your integrity."

"The future is built by those willing to sacrifice present comfort for greater good."

"To understand the movements of history is to understand the movements of mankind."

"A man's truest measure is the legacy he leaves to those who come after."

"In the face of adversity, those with conviction remain standing."

"The art of success is knowing when to hold tight and when to let go."

"To be remembered as good is better than to be remembered as great."

"The bonds of commerce are strongest when built upon mutual respect."

"A man who cannot admit error cannot grow beyond his present state."

"In the accumulation of knowledge, one finds the keys to all doors."