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“Man can create nothing which he does not first conceive in the form of an impulse of thought.”
― Napoleon Hill, Think and Grow Rich

“Kill the habit of worry, in all its forms, by reaching a general, blanket decision that nothing which life has to offer is worth the price of worry.”
― Napoleon Hill, Think and Grow Rich

“Be more dedicated to making solid achievements than in running after swift but synthetic happiness,”
― A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Wings of Fire

“Above all things, reverence yourself.”
― A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Wings of Fire

“Stories attract us; abstract details repel us. Consequently, entertaining side issues and backstories are prioritised over relevant facts.”
― Rolf Dobelli, The Art of Thinking Clearly: The Secrets of Perfect Decision-Making

“If you ever find yourself in a tight, unanimous group, you must speak your mind, even if your team does not like it.”
― Rolf Dobelli, The Art of Thinking Clearly: The Secrets of Perfect Decision-Making

“do you have at least one enemy? Good. Invite him or her over for coffee and ask for an honest opinion about your strengths and weaknesses. You will be forever grateful you did.”
― Rolf Dobelli, The Art of Thinking Clearly: The Secrets of Perfect Decision-Making

“If you have nothing to say, say nothing.’ Simplicity is the zenith of a long, arduous journey, not the starting point.”
― Rolf Dobelli, The Art of Thinking Clearly: The Secrets of Perfect Decision-Making

“Do your best to get by with the bare facts. It will help you make better decisions. Superfluous knowledge is worthless, whether you know it or not.”
― Rolf Dobelli, The Art of Thinking Clearly: The Secrets of Perfect Decision-Making

“Raise expectations for yourself and for the people you love. This increases motivation.”
― Rolf Dobelli, The Art of Thinking Clearly: The Secrets of Perfect Decision-Making

“be all the more critical with yourself.”
― Rolf Dobelli, The Art of Thinking Clearly: The Secrets of Perfect Decision-Making

“Become your own toughest critic.”
― Rolf Dobelli, The Art of Thinking Clearly: The Secrets of Perfect Decision-Making

“If 50 million people say something foolish, it is still foolish.”
― Rolf Dobelli, The Art of Thinking Clearly: The Secrets of Perfect Decision-Making

“There’s only one reason I’m here: I’m here to make friends.”
― Austin Kleon, Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative

“Find the most talented person in the room, and if it’s not you, go stand next to him. Hang out with him. Try to be helpful.”
― Austin Kleon, Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative

“If you ever find that you’re the most talented person in the room, you need to find another room.”
― Austin Kleon, Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative

“The best way to get approval is to not need it.”
― Austin Kleon, Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative

“Learn about money as soon as you can.”
― Austin Kleon, Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative

“Telling yourself you have all the time in the world, all the money in the world, all the colors in the palette, anything you want—that just kills creativity.”
― Austin Kleon, Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative

“Entrepreneurs’ grounded enthusiasm is contagious, stimulating a high level of commitment, confidence, passion, and performance in the people who work for and with them.”
― Amy Cuddy, Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges

“focus less on the impression you’re making on others and more on the impression you’re making on yourself.”
― Amy Cuddy, Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges

“A truly confident person does not require arrogance, which is nothing more than a smoke screen for insecurity.”
― Amy Cuddy, Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges

“A confident person — knowing and believing in her identity — carries tools, not weapons.”
― Amy Cuddy, Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges