Harvey Mackay quotes - page 2

Ego stops you from getting things done and getting people to work with you. That's why I firmly believe that ego and success are not compatible. (Harvey Mackay)
If you find yourself plagued by a recurrent worry, train yourself to think of something else. Your conscious mind can concentrate on only one thought at a time, and driving the negativity away will free you up to move forward again. View quote
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A student of life considers the world a classroom. View quote
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When you have a dream that you can't let go of, trust your instincts and pursue it. But remember: Real dreams take work, They take patience, and sometimes they require you to dig down very deep. Be sure you're willing to do that. View quote
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Customers are the reason we open our doors every day, and keep the machines humming all night long. Customers determine what we eat, where we live, whether we stay in business. View quote
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There is no shame in taking pride in achievements or position. But nobody gets to the top alone. View quote
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Worrying about the past or the future isn't productive. When you start chastising yourself for past mistakes, or seeing disaster around every corner, stop and take a breath and ask yourself what you can do right now to succeed. View quote
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No business can stay in business without customers. How you treat - or mistreat - them determines how long your doors stay open. View quote
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Southwest Airlines is successful because the company understands it's a customer service company. It also happens to be an airline. View quote
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You don't need a big close, as many sales reps believe. You risk losing your customer when you save all the good stuff for the end. Keep the customer actively involved throughout your presentation, and watch your results improve. View quote
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Delegating doesn't mean passing off work you don't enjoy, but letting your employees stretch their skills and judgment. (Harvey Mackay)
You do not get what you want. You get what you negotiate. View quote
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Exploring how you could make a bad situation worse can sometimes tell you what not to do. View quote
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Life isn't fair. It's true, and you still have to deal with it. Whining about it rarely levels the playing field, but learning to rise above it is the ultimate reward. View quote
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By getting your customers to agree with you in small steps along the way, you have a better chance of reaching agreement when it's time to do business. View quote
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Pay attention to those employees who respectfully ask why. They are demonstrating an interest in their jobs and exhibiting a curiosity that could eventually translate into leadership ability. View quote
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As you schedule individual tasks, give yourself a cushion. Mark the due date a few days ahead of the actual deadline so you have time to deal with changes or last-minute emergencies. View quote
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The employees who share innovative ideas may also be the folks who have some hidden talents that would help incorporate their suggestions. View quote
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In a climate of tight budgets, reduced workforces and stiff competition, internal training can be a great substitute for costly offsite workshops and conferences. View quote
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Pale ink is better than the most retentive memory. View quote
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It's nice to be important, but more important to be nice. You don't know who your top customers will be five years from now or where you will be in 10 years. You may have a fancy title, but you will always need help from the people around you. (Harvey Mackay)
The sooner you accept the fact that you will have both successes and failures, the easier it will be to get your business and personal life headed in the right direction. View quote
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Your workforce is your most valuable asset. The knowledge and skills they have represent the fuel that drives the engine of business - and you can leverage that knowledge. View quote
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I have ten marathons under my belt, including four New York races and one Boston. View quote
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No one ever wants to see his or her name linked to anything bad. Conscience is like a baby. It has to go to sleep before you can. View quote
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