J.P. Morgan

"A gentleman is one who never hurts anyone's feelings unintentionally."

"The secret to success is to do the common thing uncommonly well."

"I have traveled the world and observed people of all stations. The poor are often richer in spirit than the wealthy."

"Never invest in anything you don't fully understand."

"A man's real test begins when he has nothing left to lose."

"The world changes, but human nature remains constant. Remember that in all your dealings."

"Intelligence without integrity is more dangerous than stupidity."

"The man who does not read has no advantage over the man who cannot read."

"You must be willing to sacrifice the good for the great."

"A partnership is only as strong as the trust between the partners."

"The most successful men I know are not the smartest, but the most determined."

"Debt is slavery; savings is freedom."

"The moment you doubt whether you can fly, you cease forever to be able to do it."

"Great fortunes are built on the foundation of small, consistent gains."

"A man should always be learning. The day he stops learning is the day he begins to decline."

"The power of compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world."

"Business is not a game, and those who treat it as one will lose."

"Always maintain the highest standards of integrity in your dealings. Your reputation is everything."

"The man who fears nothing is more powerful than the man with an army."

"Your word is your bond. If you break it, no amount of money can repair the damage."

"I prefer an honest poor man to a dishonest rich one."

"The secret of my success is that I have surrounded myself with men smarter than myself."

"Never be too proud to admit you were wrong. That shows wisdom, not weakness."

"A man's character is his greatest asset."

"The world belongs to those who see opportunities and have the courage to seize them."

"Money is only a tool. The real wealth is the relationships you build."

"Those who fear failure are guaranteed to achieve it."

"The biggest risk is not taking any risk at all."

"A man should know the difference between the price of something and its value."

"Patience is not a virtue I possess in great measure, but it is one I have learned to value."