Andrew Carnegie — "The business of America is business."

"There are two kinds of men, those who do the work and those who take the credit. Try to be in the first group; there is less competition there."

"Surplus wealth is a sacred trust which its possessor is bound to administer in his lifetime for the good of the community."

"I believe that the best way to get ahead in life is to be honest and truthful in all your dealings."

"I entered the telegraph office as a boy and left it as a man."

"The millionaires are the bees that make the honey, and distribute it among the people, and leave it for the community to enjoy. They are the best benefactors of society."