Quote an Entrepreneur
Sep 16th, 2008 by admin
As entrepreneurs we often find ourselves having to give a presentation or speech at the last minute. If public speaking isn’t hard enough, when under pressure writing the write piece can be absolute torture – particularly when it comes to the opening line. The next time you find yourself lost for words, borrow a few from a famous entrepreneur. Here are some quotes from three greats:
Malcolm Forbes
About: (August 19, 1919-February, 24 1990) Malcolm Stevenson Forbes was the CEO of Forbes, Inc., a family-owned media company responsible for creating the prestigious Forbes magazine. Under his ambitious direction, the magazine became one of America’s most successful publications – exceeding 700,000 subscribers. Outside of the business world, Forbes lived a lavish and luxurious lifestyle, owning a private jet, numerous Highlander yachts, an extensive collection of Harley-Davidson motorcycles and a massive art collection. At the time of his death, Forbes was estimated to be worth $400 million. He is often remembered for his unusual and vibrant gift to Elizabeth Taylor, a one-of-a-kind Harley-Davidson that was appropriately named Purple Passion.
On Speaking:
Forbes lived life to its fullest with both passion and integrity. The many quotations attributed to this extraordinary man reveal an uncanny combination of intelligence, wit, charisma and humanitarianism.
Notable Quotes
Attributed:
~~~ Ability will never catch up with the demand for it.
~~~ There’s no way to move without making waves.
~~~ When you cease to dream you cease to live.
~~~ You can easily judge the character of a man by how he treats those who can do nothing for him.
~~~ It’s easy to curb the freedoms of others when you see no immediate impact on your own.
W. Clement Stone
About: (May 4, 1902 to September 3, 2002) William Clement Stone was an American businessman, author, advocate of the philosophy ‘PMA’, short for Positive Mental Attitude, and founder of the W. Clement and Jessie V. Stone Foundation. Stone became an entrepreneur at age 13 when he opened his first newsstand. When he was 16, he traveled to Detroit to assist his mother at her insurance agency. Stone later built the Combined Insurance Company of America and quickly had thousands of agents all over the U.S. working for him. In 1987, the company changed its name to the Aon Corporation. Stone was recognized for his impeccable appearance and famous for his thin black mustache, colorful suspenders and polka-dot bow ties. On his 100th birthday in 2002, he gave a generous donation of $100,000 to the University of Illinois at Chicago.
On Speaking:
W. Clement Stone was a pioneer of the Positive Mental Attitude movement. Naturally, he was an effective speaker and could effortlessly compose a compelling quote.
Notable Quotes
Attributed:
~~~ All I want to do is change the world.
~~~ Aim for the moon. If you miss, you may hit a star.
~~~ Sales are contingent upon the attitude of the salesman – not the attitude of the prospect.
~~~ Truth will always be truth, regardless of lack of understanding, disbelief or ignorance.
~~~ There is little difference in people, but that little difference makes a big difference. That little difference is attitude. The big difference is whether it is positive or negative.
~~~ Regardless of who you are or what you have been, you can be what you want to be.
~~~ When you discover your mission, you will feel its demand. It will fill you with enthusiasm and a burning desire to get to work on it.
~~~ Do It Now!
James Arthur Ray
About: (Born on November 22, 1957 in Honolulu, Hawaii) James Arthur Ray is a business owner and self-made millionaire. Prior to establishing his own corporation, James Ray International, Ray had an impressive career as a top sales manager at AT&T. In addition to his personal achievements, Ray spends much of his time working as a personal and spiritual growth coach and mentor teaching individuals how to create ‘wealth’ in all areas of their lives.
On Speaking:
With words that spark a positive mindset and energize broken spirits, James Arthur Ray is the quintessential speaker. He has helped countless entrepreneurs to untap their potential, accelerate their growth and reach both their business and personal goals.
Notable Quotes
Attributed:
~~~ Goals are the fuel in your furnace of success and achievement.
~~~ The light can be switched on in an instant. The true question, and also the challenge, is how long it will take you to find the switch.
~~~ We are all born into greatness and conditioned into mediocrity.
~~~ When we come close to those things which potentially break us down, we are walking the path that will break us free.
~~~ Everything happens for a reason. It is nor mere happenstance that the terms ‘vocation’ and ‘vacation’ are only differentiated by one digit.
i really like malcolm forbes quotes. i have a 365 desk calendar of forbes quotes on my desk..
Feel free to add a few additional from Forbes, Adam!
Malcolm Forbes:
~Unless your serving time there’s never enough of it.
~The difference between towering and cowering is totally a matter of inner posture.
~One of the ceaseless wonders of the world: the power of a smile.