Tom Hagen

"In this world, your enemies are your greatest teachers."

"A man should always have a plan and a backup plan."

"The greatest victories come through strategy, not strength."

"You must learn to control your destiny, not let it control you."

"A lawyer's greatest tool is his mind, not his mouth."

"The Don taught me that silence is often the best answer."

"In business, the man with the most information wins."

"A man without honor is a man without a soul."

"The greatest strength is knowing your weakness."

"A consigliere must serve the Don without question."

"You cannot buy integrity, only earn it."

"In this life, every action has a consequence."

"The Don's greatest teaching was that family is everything."

"I'm going to make him an offer he can't refuse."

"A lawyer with a briefcase can steal more than a hundred men with guns."

"Never discuss business at the dinner table."

"The measure of a man is not how he acts in moments of comfort and convenience, but how he stands at times of challenge and controversy."

"A man who doesn't spend time with his family can never be a real man."

"Friendship is everything. Friendship is more than talent. It is more than the government. It is almost the equal of family."

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

"Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans."

"We are all fortunate to be in this world. But we must be grateful for our blessings."

"Loyalty is everything; it is the foundation of all relationships."

"A man should be judged by his actions, not his words."

"The most important thing in this world is family and friends."

"Fear is the enemy of progress."

"Knowledge is power, but wisdom knows how to use it."

"Success is not about winning; it's about understanding the game."

"Never let your emotions control your decisions."

"A good lawyer is like a good doctor—he knows when to prescribe and when to heal."