11 Timeless Quotes By Famous CEOs
The world of business may constantly evolve, but true principles never change. If you’re aiming to pull ahead in 2013, here are a few quips from big-time CEOs about how to become—and stay—successful.
For more inspiration, check out the original Forbes article featuring additional historical figures, entrepreneurs and creative businessmen.
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“If you want to be inventive — you have to be willing to fail.” – Jeff Bezos |
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“Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can’t lose.” – Bill Gates |
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“As long as you’re going to be thinking anyway, think big.” – Donald Trump |
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“Remembering you are going to die is the best way I know to avoid the trap of thinking you have something to lose.” – Steve Jobs |
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“It’s not about how to get started; it’s about how to get noticed.” – Steve Case |
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“Business opportunities are like buses, there’s always another one coming.” – Richard Branson |
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“The critical ingredient is getting off your butt and doing something.” - Nolan Bushnell |
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“In the modern world of business, it is useless to be a creative, original thinker unless you can also sell what you create.” – David Ogilvy |
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“If you don’t have a competitive advantage — don’t compete.” – Jack Welch |
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“You may not realize it when it happens, but a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you.” – Walt Disney |
