John H. Johnson quotes

To succeed, one must be creative and persistent. (John H. Johnson)
My mother was the influence in my life. She was strong; she had great faith in the ultimate triumph of justice and hard work. She believed passionately in education. View quote
John H. Johnson
Dream small dreams. If you make them too big, you get overwhelmed and you don't do anything. If you make small goals and accomplish them, it gives you the confidence to go on to higher goals. View quote
John H. Johnson
When I go in to see people - and I sell an occasional ad now - I never say, 'Help me because I am black' or 'Help me because I am a minority.' I always talk about what we can do for them. View quote
John H. Johnson
It's better to get smart than to get mad. I try not to get so insulted that I will not take advantage of an opportunity to persuade people to change their minds. View quote
John H. Johnson
You spend so much time in your profession it ought to be something you love. View quote
John H. Johnson
Failure is a word I don't accept. View quote
John H. Johnson
Every day I run scared. That's the only way I can stay ahead. View quote
John H. Johnson
All have disappointments, all have times when it isn't worthwhile. View quote
John H. Johnson