The thought in my mind was that I must be a good merchant. If I were a good merchant, the rest would probably take care of itself.

Salesmanship, too, is an art; the perfection of its technique requires study and practice.

The best teamwork comes from men who are working independently toward one goal in unison.

As a rule, we find what we look for; we achieve what we get ready for.

How can we expect our children to know and experience the joy of giving unless we teach them that the greater pleasure in life lies in the art of giving rather than receiving.

Growth is never by mere chance; it is the result of forces working together.

It is always the start that requires the greatest effort.

The five separate fingers are five independent units. Close them and the fist multiplies strength. This is organization.

The art of effective listening is essential to clear communication, and clear communication is necessary to management success.

The well-satisfied customer will bring the repeat sale that counts.

The keystone of successful business is cooperation. Friction retards progress.

My original inspiration was my mom: a few years after the death of my dad, she started dating one my teachers!

I talk about a Christianity that is enlightened enough to separate spirituality from the rest of life. Not just church and state, but knowledge and church.

I do adore food. If I have any vice it's eating. If I was told I could only eat one food for the rest of my life, I could put up with sausage and mash forever.

You can never ask others to do something you would not do. That is integrity.

Whatever your situation, God wants to heal you, strengthen you, and lead you to a place where you can enjoy life again.

I think once the artistic world of the type designer merged with the scientific world of the computer programmer, you began to see this crossover.

Detachment doesn’t mean you don’t let the experience penetrate you. On the contrary, you let it penetrate you fully. That’s how you are able to leave it.

I've helped people get rid of headaches by placing my hand on their forehead, and backaches by placing my hand on their back. It's a powerful example of love that really works.

For me, good description usually consists of a few well-chosen details that will stand for everything else.

Sometimes in this game its as good to be lucky as it is to be good.