J.P. Morgan

Banker & Financier American 1837 – 1913

Influential banker who shaped American finance and collected art.

379 quotes

"The really great man is the man who makes every man feel great."
Kindness
"I like a man who has the backbone to make a decision and stick with it."
Courage
"The ability to manage money is a sign of intelligence."
Wisdom
"A man without a goal is like a ship without a rudder."
Dreams
"The power of money grows with the power of the will to use it."
Power
"Those who understand it, earn it; those who don't, pay it."
Knowledge
"A man's worth is measured by what he leaves behind."
"The secret of getting ahead is getting started."
Motivation
"I don't think you ever cure greed. You channel it."
"The most important thing is to keep the most important thing the most important thing."
"A firm, steadfast resolve is the beginning of success."
"The best investment is an investment in people."
Relationships
"A man is only as good as his word."
"The growth of personality comes from the growth of character."
"In the end, we only regret the chances we didn't take."
Courage
"A great man is one who makes every other man wish to be greater."
Inspiration
"Money is like sea water; the more you drink, the thirstier you become."
Money
"The power of compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world."
"A man cannot be comfortable without his own approval."
"The art of speculation is the art of reading the human mind."
"A man who has nothing to say should not speak."
Wisdom
"The only constant in life is change."
Change
"A man's reputation is worth more than his fortune."
"The greatest power on earth is the power to think."
Knowledge
"A man who would be worthy of great trust must first learn to trust himself."
"The growth of the mind is the foundation of all growth."
Education
"A wise man profits from his mistakes; a fool repeats them."
"The power of belief is the power to create."
Faith
"A man is defined by his choices."
"The secret of happiness is the pursuit of purpose."
Happiness