Orison Swett
Orison Swett
considers larger low man means merely occupation
Wanted: a man who is larger than his calling, who considers it a low estimate of his occupation to value it merely as a means of getting a living.
among earth ideal life men prevails spirit unless
Unless generosity of spirit prevails among men, there can never be upon earth an ideal life.
desire good men
There is nothing in this world which men desire and struggle for, and that is good for them, of which there is not enough for everybody.
mind surer
There is no surer token of a little mind than to imagine that anything in the way of physical labor is dishonoring.
congenial doctrine highest source
The true doctrine is that labor - systematic, effective, congenial labor - is not only a necessity, but is the source of the highest enjoyment.
beauty greatest physical winning
The most fascinating person is always the one of the most winning manners; not the one of greatest physical beauty.
age forge front man prompt
The man who would forge to the front in this competitive age must be a man of prompt and determined decision.
belongs chance grasp great opportunity
The great opportunity belongs to him who can see it, to him who can grasp it. The better part of your chance is right inside of you.
hold iron strength strong test whatever
Strength of will is the test of a young man's possibilities. Can he will strong enough and hold whatever he undertakes with an iron grip?
Scatter your flowers as you go; you will never go this way again.
bill fare variety
Put variety into your mental bill of fare as well as into your physical. It will pay you rich returns.
bad itself remain
Poverty itself is not so bad as the poverty thought. It is the conviction that we are poor and must remain so that is fatal.
earth man matter power
No matter where your lot may be cast, no power on earth can keep you from making a man of yourself, a superb character, a masterpiece.
against helped incredible men necessity perform priceless spur
Necessity has been a priceless spur which has helped men to perform miracles against incredible odds.