The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack in will.

The best of artists has no conception that the marble alone does not contain within itself.

In the business world, the rearview mirror is always clearer than the windshield.

I never pick up an item without thinking of how I might improve it.

Good actions give strength to ourselves and inspire good actions in others.

The painter has the Universe in his mind and hands.

Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far.

Change yourself and your work will seem different.

It is easier for a tutor to command than to teach.

Whenever you are asked if you can do a job, tell 'em, 'Certainly I can!' Then get busy and find out how to do it.

You can observe a lot just by watching.

Because ideas have to be original only with regard to their adaptation to the problem at hand, I am always extremely interested in how others have used them...

You can only become truly accomplished at something you love. Dont make money your goal. Instead pursue the things you love doing and then do them so well that people cant take their eyes off of you.

All your dreams can come true if you have the courage to pursue them

To those whom much is given, much is expected.

Talent hits a target no one else can hit; Genius hits a target no one else can see.

Tell the audience what you're going to say, say it; then tell them what you've said.

Let others lead small lives, but not you. Let others argue over small things, but not you. Let others cry over small hurts, but not you. Let others leave their future in someone else's hands, but not you.

Riches do not respond to wishes. They respond only to definite plans, backed by definite desires, through constant persistence.

I am easily satisfied with the very best.

Without a humble but reasonable confidence in your own powers you cannot be successful or happy.