Portrait of Estee Lauder

Estee Lauder

Cosmetics mogul

Modern influential 79 sayings

Sayings by Estee Lauder

Success isn't about how much money you make, it's about the difference you make in people's lives.

1990s — Reflecting on her impact
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Nobody ever got rich by saving money. They got rich by making money.

1960s-1970s — Business philosophy
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The only way to do great work is to love what you do.

1970s — Motivational quote, widely attributed to many successful people
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I learned early that there are two ways to sell: by giving a gift or by offering a bargain.

1950s — Business strategy, referring to her 'gift with purchase' model
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I never went to college. I learned everything I know from life.

1980s — Interview, highlighting her self-made background
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My life has been one long sales pitch, and I'm still pitching.

1990s — Reflecting on her career in sales and marketing
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To be successful, you have to be passionate about what you do.

1970s-1980s — General business advice
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I was always a great believer in the fact that a woman could do anything a man could do.

1970s — Feminist sentiment in a business context
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The greatest satisfaction comes from helping others succeed.

1980s — Reflecting on her role as a mentor or leader
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You can have everything you want in life if you just help enough other people get what they want.

1970s-1980s — Motivational quote, often attributed to Zig Ziglar but aligned with her philosophy
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My goal was not to make money, but to make a beautiful product.

1950s-1960s — Interview, emphasizing her passion for cosmetics
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I don't believe in competition. I believe in being the best.

1970s — Business philosophy
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The best advertisement is a satisfied customer.

1940s-1950s — Common business adage, particularly relevant to her early growth through word-of-mouth
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I never retired. I just kept working.

1990s — Reflecting on her lifelong dedication to her company
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You have to be a little bit crazy to be an entrepreneur.

1980s — Interview, acknowledging the challenges of starting a business
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My whole life has been about making women feel beautiful.

1990s — Reflecting on her mission
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I am a woman who believes in the power of beauty.

1970s — Statement often associated with her brand philosophy
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Don't be afraid of failure. It's a stepping stone to success.

1970s — General motivational advice
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I always believed that if you had a dream, you had to go after it.

1980s — Reflecting on her entrepreneurial journey
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