Herbert V. Prochnow quotes

Herbert V. Prochnow was an American banker, author, and public speaker. Renowned for his wit, he published several books of quotations and became a popular after-dinner speaker. He also served as a vice president of the First National Bank of Chicago. Here are 11 of his quotes:

There is a time when we must firmly choose the course we will follow, or the relentless drift of events will make the decision for us. (Herbert V. Prochnow)
A banker is a person who is willing to make you a loan if you present sufficient evidence to show you don't need it. View quote
Herbert V. Prochnow
You may be sorry that you spoke, sorry you stayed or went, sorry you won or lost, sorry so much was spent. But as you go through life, you'll find - you're never sorry you were kind. View quote
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A visitor from Mars could easily pick out the civilized nations. They have the best implements of war. View quote
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You never have to know all the answers because you won't be asked all the questions. View quote
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The fellow who never makes a mistake takes his orders from one who does. View quote
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A city is a large community where people are lonesome together. View quote
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A great many people mistake opinions for thoughts. View quote
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If you are ignorant, you certainly can get into some interesting arguments. View quote
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When better business decisions are made, economists won't make them. View quote
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The trouble with opportunity is that it always comes disguised as hard work. (Herbert V. Prochnow)

Herbert V. Prochnow

Occupation: American Businessman
Born: May 19, 1897
Died: September 29, 1998
Quotes count: 11
Wikipedia: Herbert V. Prochnow

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