Thomas J. Watson Sr.

IBM Founder American 1874 – 1956

Built IBM into computing giant and pioneered business computing.

389 quotes

"Dreams without action remain merely dreams. Action gives them life."
Dreams
"The most important investment is the one you make in people."
Money
"Leadership is the ability to inspire others to see what you see."
Leadership
"In business, as in life, integrity is the only currency that never depreciates."
Truth
"A single moment of courage can change the trajectory of an entire life."
Courage
"The quality of our questions determines the quality of our answers."
Wisdom
"Do not compete to be better than others; strive to be better than yourself."
Motivation
"A balanced mind produces balanced results in all endeavors."
Peace
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their vision."
Hope
"Criticism is only valuable if it leads to positive change."
Wisdom
"Time is the one resource we cannot manufacture or recover once spent."
Time
"Kindness in business is not a sign of weakness, but of strength."
Kindness
"A successful person is simply someone who fell down more times than they gave up."
Perseverance
"The power to change your circumstances lies within your own decisions."
Power
"Never let fear of failure prevent you from attempting great things."
Fear
"A well-ordered mind produces well-ordered results."
Philosophy
"The greatest teacher is often your greatest disappointment."
Education
"History shows us that innovation comes from those willing to challenge convention."
History
"A kind word at the right moment can change someone's entire day."
Kindness
"Progress is not made by those who are satisfied with the status quo."
Motivation
"The value of knowledge increases when it is shared with others."
Knowledge
"A person of honor keeps their word even when it costs them."
Truth
"Solitude is where the mind finds its clearest thoughts."
Solitude
"The strength of a team lies not in its individuals, but in their unity."
Friendship
"Adventure is found not in distant lands, but in daring to try new things."
Adventure
"The beauty of creation is in its complexity and infinite possibilities."
Beauty
"A mind that is always learning never grows old."
Education
"The secret to happiness is finding purpose in your daily work."
Happiness
"Justice delayed is not merely justice denied; it is justice destroyed."
Justice