"The more people you influence, the more power you have."
"A strong reputation leads to authority and influence. Authority and influence are the foundation of power."
"Surround yourself with people who believe in you."
"When negotiating, always listen to the other person's point of view and interests first. He or she may be willing to give you more than you expected."
"Never make negative comments or spread rumors about anyone. It depreciates their reputation and yours."
"Being busy and being productive are not necessarily related."
"The best way to make a good deal is to have the ability to walk away from it."
"If you nurture your mind, body, and spirit, your time will expand. You will gain a new perspective that will allow you to accomplish much more."
"There is no advertisement as powerful as a positive reputation traveling fast."
"To accomplish more, redirect your mental energy by continuously reminding yourself of all the things you do right."
"To increase your effectiveness, make your emotions subordinate to your commitments."
"People will feel safer around you and speak truthfully to you when they feel you are listening intently to them."
"If you spend more time asking appropriate questions rather than giving answers or opinions, your listening skills will increase."
"Always wear expensive shoes. People notice."
"The very first step to building wealth is to spend less than you make."
"After being waited on by another human being, tip until it feels good. It will increase your personal self-worth."
"Be willing to trust your instincts, especially if you cannot find answers elsewhere."
"When you produce results you gain credibility. When you have credibility, you will have an easier time producing results."
"The best people to listen to are those who have already been successful accomplishing exactly what you are seeking to accomplish."
"Opportunities are everywhere."
"Be anchored to some ideal, philosophy or cause that keeps you too excited to sleep."
"Forget the lottery. Bet on yourself instead."
"Your personal capacity to handle more valuable projects will go up when you appreciate yourself more."
"One way to evaluate your own reputation is to think about what would be said of you at your eulogy."
"The only way to keep a good reputation is to continuously earn it."