Andrew Carnegie Inspirational Quotes

"And while the law of competition may be sometimes hard for the individual, it is best for the race, because it ensures the survival of the fittest in every department."

"Concentrate your energies, your thoughts and your capital. The wise man puts all his eggs in one basket and watches the basket."

"Do not look for approval except for the consciousness of doing your best."

"I shall argue that strong men, conversely, know when to compromise and that all principles can be compromised to serve a greater principle."

"No man will make a great leader who wants to do it all himself or get all the credit for doing it."

"The average person puts only 25% of his energy and ability into his work. The world takes off its hat to those who put in more than 50% of their capacity, and stands on its head for those few and far between souls who devote 100%." 

"Think of yourself as on the threshold of unparalleled success. A whole, clear, glorious life lies before you. Achieve! Achieve!" 

"You must capture and keep the heart of the original and supremely able man before his brain can do its best."

Andrew Carnegie at one time was the richest person on earth. Mr. Carnegie came over on a boat and started out with nothing, and worked his way up the factory ladder and became a legend. He also hired Mr Napoleon Hill to teach his philosophy to the world.

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