Without hard work, nothing grows but weeds.
To know oneself, one should assert oneself.
The secret of getting ahead is getting started.
If you've got a talent, protect it.
Quality is not an act, it is a habit.
By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.
If you're going through hell, keep going.
You never know what motivates you.
Be gentle to all and stern with yourself.
Well done is better than well said.
It's not enough that I should succeed - others should fail.