“If you just set out to be liked, you would be prepared to compromise on anything at anytime, and you would achieve nothing.”

Margaret Thatcher – 1925-2013, Former British Prime Minister

“I think luck is the sense to recognize an opportunity and the ability to take advantage of it. The man who can smile at his breaks and grab his chances gets on.”

Samuel Goldwyn – 1879-1974, Film Producer

“Empty pockets never held anyone back. Only empty heads and empty hearts can do that.”

Norman Vincent Peale – 1898-1993, Minister and Author

“Create a definite plan for carrying out your desire and begin at once, whether you’re ready or not, to put this plan into action.”

Napoleon Hill – 1883-1970, Author of Think and Grow Rich

“You may never know what results come from your action. But if you do nothing, there will be no result.”

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi – 1869-1948, Led India to Independence

“Always…Unconditionally…Follow your heart. Understand that persistence, hard work, and determination are the keys to success.”

Barbara Cage – Poet

“In this world everything changes except good deeds and bad deeds; these follow you as the shadow follows the body.”

Ruth Benedict – 1887-1948, Anthropologist

“The best way to gain self-confidence is to do what you are afraid to do.”

William Jennings Bryan – 1860-1925, Politician

“All life is a chance. So take it! The person who goes furthest is the one who is willing to do and dare.”

Dale Carnegie – 1888-1955, Author and Speaker

“With one kind gesture you can change a life. One person at a time you can change the world.”

Steve Maraboli – Author and Speaker