W. Clement Stone quotes

W. Clement Stone was an American businessman, philanthropist, and self-help author. His work in motivational literature and success philosophy inspired millions to achieve their goals. He is remembered for his positive mental attitude and generosity. Here are 55 of his quotes:

Be careful the environment you choose for it will shape you; be careful the friends you choose for you will become like them. (W. Clement Stone)
Have the courage to say no. Have the courage to face the truth. Do the right thing because it is right. These are the magic keys to living your life with integrity. View quote
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Aim for the moon. If you miss, you may hit a star. View quote
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Success is achieved and maintained by those who try and keep trying. View quote
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Definiteness of purpose is the starting point of all achievement. View quote
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All I want to do is change the world. View quote
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Thinking will not overcome fear but action will. View quote
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Every great man, every successful man, no matter what the field of endeavor, has known the magic that lies in these words: every adversity has the seed of an equivalent or greater benefit. View quote
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If you are really thankful, what do you do? You share. View quote
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When you discover your mission, you will feel its demand. It will fill you with enthusiasm and a burning desire to get to work on it. View quote
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You are a product of your environment. So choose the environment that will best develop you toward your objective. Analyze your life in terms of its environment. Are the things around you helping you toward success - or are they holding you back? (W. Clement Stone)
No matter how carefully you plan your goals they will never be more that pipe dreams unless you pursue them with gusto. View quote
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Give hope (the magic ingredient for success) - you will have hope and be made hopeful. View quote
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Truth will always be truth, regardless of lack of understanding, disbelief or ignorance. View quote
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Sales are contingent upon the attitude of the salesman - not the attitude of the prospect. View quote
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Like success, failure is many things to many people. With Positive Mental Attitude, failure is a learning experience, a rung on the ladder, a plateau at which to get your thoughts in order and prepare to try again. View quote
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To every disadvantage there is a corresponding advantage. View quote
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Big doors swing on little hinges. View quote
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You always do what you want to do. This is true with every act. You may say that you had to do something, or that you were forced to, but actually, whatever you do, you do by choice. Only you have the power to choose for yourself. View quote
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Bondage is - subjection to external influences and internal negative thoughts and attitudes. View quote
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Try, try, try, and keep on trying is the rule that must be followed to become an expert in anything. (W. Clement Stone)
Regardless of who you are or what you have been, you can be what you want to be. View quote
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All personal achievement starts in the mind of the individual. Your personal achievement starts in your mind. The first step is to know exactly what your problem, goal or desire is. View quote
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What contemptible scoundrel has stolen the cork to my lunch? View quote
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Your most precious, valued possessions and your greatest powers are invisible and intangible. No one can take them. You, and you alone, can give them. You will receive abundance for your giving. View quote
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W. Clement Stone

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Occupation: American Businessman
Born: May 4, 1902
Died: September 3, 2002
Quotes count: 55
Wikipedia: W. Clement Stone

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