Zig Ziglar

I’ve always taught that a poor economy is the best opportunity for salespeople because the naysayers and grumblers have already given up, leaving more territory, more opportunities to be successful than in a good economy when virtually all salespeople are out there, giving it their best.

The relationships we have with people are extremely important to success on and off the job.

With integrity, you have nothing to fear, since you have nothing to hide. With integrity, you will do the right thing, so you will have no guilt.

Try to look at your weakness and convert it into your strength. That’s success.

It was character that got us out of bed, commitment that moved us into action, and discipline that enabled us to follow through.

Isn’t it amazing how much stuff we get done the day before vacation?

We’ve realized the situation will not change so the answer is for us to change.

Don’t let someone who gave up on their dreams talk you out of going after yours.

Move out of your comfort zone. You can only grow if you are willing to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new.

… be aware that even before you have reached your ultimate professional destination … you can and should have a substantial impact on the world in which you live.

Selling is something we do for our clients – not to our clients.

Desire is the starting point of all achievement, not a hope, not a wish, but a keen pulsating desire which transcends everything.

If you’re proactive, you don’t have to wait for circumstances or other people to create perspective expanding experiences. You can consciously create your own.

The future belongs to the dreamers, not to the critics. The future belongs to the people who follow their heart, no matter what the critics say, because they truly believe in their vision.

Most people consider me an optimist because I laughingly state that I would take my last two dollars and buy a money belt.

There is a certain amount of dissatisfaction that goes with knowing your time, talent and abilities are not being properly used.

If something is going to affect your life, it’s best to know as much as you can about it.

Look back in forgiveness, forward in hope, down in compassion, and up with gratitude.

The greatest of all mistakes is to do nothing because you think you can only do a little.

Failure to plan ahead on your part does not create an emergency on my part.

I have always said that everyone is in sales. Maybe you don’t hold the title of salesperson, but if the business you are in requires you to deal with people, you, my friend, are in sales.