Borrow a lot of money in order to own something 51 percent. Then work your tail off for two years or three years, scrimp and save and pay off the thing, you'll own it 100 percent and then you don't have to take any crap from anybody.

Many an optimist has become rich by buying out a pessimist.

Getting money is like digging with a needle. Spending it is like water soaking into the sand.

Never invest your money in anything that eats or needs repainting.

A man's wealth may be superior to him.

I've always said that the better off you are, the more responsibility you have for helping others. Just as I think it's important to run companies well, with a close eye to the bottom line, I think you have to use your entrepreneurial experience to make corporate philanthropy effective.