Richemont Group Founder

Luxury Goods Founder South African Born 1936 (age 90)

Founded Richemont luxury goods conglomerate in South Africa.

380 quotes

"Kindness in negotiation often yields better results than aggression."
Kindness
"Strength is not about never falling, it is about how you rise after the fall."
Strength
"Fear of failure should never prevent you from attempting something meaningful."
Fear
"Power without accountability is merely tyranny wearing a business suit."
Power
"The health of an organization is measured by how it cares for its people."
Health
"Every adventure begins with a single decision to do something differently."
Adventure
"What we imagine today becomes the reality of tomorrow."
Imagination
"Technology is only as valuable as the humanity it serves."
Technology
"History will judge us not by our profits, but by our principles."
History
"The philosophy of business should always include room for the human spirit."
Philosophy
"In literature and in life, the greatest stories involve overcoming impossible odds."
Literature
"The politics of inclusivity creates stronger organizations than the politics of exclusion."
Politics
"War between companies is wasteful; partnership toward excellence is productive."
War
"Motivation fades when you stop believing in the 'why' behind what you do."
Motivation
"Inspiration without implementation is merely pleasant conversation."
Inspiration
"The quality of your relationships determines the quality of your life and work."
Relationships
"Sometimes the most important business decisions happen in moments of intentional solitude."
Solitude
"Justice in commerce means fair treatment for all stakeholders, not just shareholders."
Justice
"Life's greatest privilege is the opportunity to create something that matters."
Life
"To love what you do is the greatest competitive advantage any person can possess."
Love
"The wisdom to know when to hold fast and when to let go is invaluable."
Wisdom
"Happiness comes from alignment between your values and your actions."
Happiness
"True friendship in business is rare and worth more than gold."
Friendship
"Family enterprises teach us that business is ultimately about caring for those entrusted to us."
Family
"Hope is not naive optimism, it is the belief that our efforts matter."
Hope
"The courage to say no to easy money is the beginning of integrity."
Courage
"Change is inevitable, but growth is optional and requires intention."
Change
"Education that does not teach how to think is mere memorization."
Education
"Knowledge hoarded loses its value; knowledge shared multiplies."
Knowledge
"How you use your time is how you use your life."
Time