John Wanamaker

"The greatest returns come from honest dealing."

"A merchant must be willing to take risks to create opportunities."

"The store that listens to its customers will always have customers."

"Time invested in customer service returns dividends for years."

"A business that forgets its principles forgets its purpose."

"The merchant who gives more than expected earns loyal customers."

"A successful store creates an experience, not just a transaction."

"The true art of commerce is knowing when to say no."

"A merchant's success is measured by the success of his customers."

"The foundation of every great business is mutual respect."

"A store should be a beacon of hope in its community."

"Commerce teaches us that integrity is the best investment."

"The merchant who stands for something will always stand out."

"A business that adapts survives; one that doesn't, perishes."

"The greatest merchants are teachers, not just salesmen."

"A store's beauty should reflect the dignity of its merchandise."

"The true profit of business is the good it does in the world."

"A merchant must lead with his values, not just his ambitions."

"The store that remembers its customers will be remembered fondly."

"Commerce is the art of creating value for others."

"A successful business is built on countless acts of kindness."

"The merchant who questions everything will understand everything."

"A store should inspire people to be their better selves."

"The power of a business lies in its ability to transform lives."

"A merchant's true measure is how he treats those who can't help him."

"The foundation of commerce is the exchange of value, not deception."

"A business that serves only itself will ultimately serve no one."

"The greatest lesson business teaches is the importance of perseverance."

"A store that values its employees will be valued by its customers."

"The merchant who listens learns more than the merchant who talks."