J.P. Morgan

"Art for art's sake is a noble pursuit when the bills are paid."

"The greatest investment is in people of character and integrity."

"You can make money in this business, but you cannot make a reputation to order."

"A good partner is worth more than all the money in the vault."

"The man who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the man doing it."

"Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all."

"Whenever you feel like criticizing someone, remember that not all of them had your advantages."

"I'd rather lose money than lose my reputation."

"The man who is always right is the man who learns something new every day."

"Buying a work of art means admiring a man's vision for eternity."

"Fear is the tool of a man who has already lost."

"Success is getting what you want; wisdom is wanting what you get."

"A man's judgment is best when his heart is coldest."

"I have never been poor, but I have been broke; knowing the difference is the key to survival."

"The great financier sees opportunities where others see only obstacles."

"A gentleman is someone who knows how to play the piano but doesn't."

"The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago; the second best time is now."

"Character is destiny, and destiny is written in how a man conducts himself."

"A museum is a monument to civilization's best intentions."

"The man who borrows is the servant of the man who lends."

"You cannot fake competence; the market will find you out."

"The world belongs to those who prepare for it."

"A good name is worth more than all the riches in the world."

"Patience and persistence will unlock any door."

"The man who waits for the tide to change will eventually drown."

"A friend is someone who believes in you when you no longer believe in yourself."

"Money respects those who respect money."

"The difference between success and failure is often a matter of perspective."

"I would rather hear a man admit his mistakes than boast of his successes."

"A life without friendship is a life half-lived."