Archive for the ‘Quotes’ Category

It is not what you pay a man, but what he COSTS you that counts.
Will Rogers
In manufacturing every penny counts. This is why implementing Lean Manufacturing techniques is so important. The cost savings can literally mean weathering the storm and working smarter in this troubled economy or using the same techniques that don’t work in the current manufacturing climate.

An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.
Ben Franklin
No matter what you learn be it from a trade school to a university, all knowledge is important. And continuing your education is especially important in any area of business.

What’s Right about America is that although we have a mess of problems, we have great capacity – intellect and resources – to do something about them.
Henry Ford

This quote is as true today as it was back when Henry Ford first said them.

Associate with men of good quality if you esteem your own reputation; for it is better to be alone than in bad company.
- George Washington

I find that this is relevant and true even in today’s fast paced and modern society. Being surrounded by quality people can only boost your level of success because of the positive influence people have on each other. Being surrounded by negativity only makes you doubt how high you can go rather than think of ways [...]

Entrepreneurs and their small enterprises are responsible for almost all the economic growth in the United States.
- Ronald Reagan

I completely agree with Reagan. It is incredible the innovations and inventions that come out of entrepreneurs in America.

It usually takes me more than three weeks to prepare for a good impromptu speech.
- Mark Twain

I couldn’t agree more. Some of my best speaking engagements come from really listening and understanding the topics I am asked to present. The better prepared I am, the better I can serve the audience.

If you don’t know where you are going, you will probably end up somewhere else.
- Lawrence J. Peter

So often companies do not create a plan for success. Creating goals and outlining the steps to achieve your goals will serve you in the long run.