Ziad K. Abdelnour Quotes
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Nothing ever stays the same. Just because things aren't good now doesn't mean they will be that way forever....Never quit.
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For those who understand, no explanation is needed. For those who do not understand, no explanation is possible.
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Success is no accident or serendipity. I had all the odds against me, and I crushed each and everyone along the way. Not because I was a Democrat or a Republican. Not because of my attitudes about social issues. Not because of what my background is or isn’t. Not because people think I’m a nice guy. I succeeded because I’m a capitalist, I’m an entrepreneur, and I’m a warrior. That is the mindset I want to teach others so they can create their own wealth and American success story.
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Today we tend to focus on the unemployment rate being low. But just creating jobs isn’t the point. Many of the jobs people have today don’t even pay a living wage. Our focus needs to be on creating wealth, not just jobs or earning a wage.
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I'd rather look back at my past and say, "I can't believe I did that!" instead of saying "I wish I did that.
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No matter how far down a path you go, if it's the wrong path, turn around and go back home - before it is too late.
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Never ask a question if you can’t handle the answer.
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5 rules to live a happier life: 1) Love yourself. 2) Do good. 3) Always forgive. 4) Harm no one. 5) Be positive.
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People succeed or fail on the merits in America, not on who they know or whose reelection campaign they supported. This absolutely American principle must be reestablished and permanently fortified. There can be no more “too big to fail.” If you are reckless, greedy, and arrogant, the American taxpayer should not bail you out.
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The primary near-term security concern of the United States is the global economic crisis and its geopolitical implications.
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No matter the situation, never let your emotions overpower your intelligence.
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Power people wear power like a coat of arms. If can't sense them on the spot you don't know what power is.
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I believe the crisis started when we started prioritizing redistribution of wealth instead of its creation.
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If more people learned to understand their real business interests correctly and to act accordingly, we would have a much better world.
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If you are filled with pride, then you have no room for wisdom.
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No one is fearless. The difference between achievers and everyone else is that they take action despite their fears.
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You can't make people work harder. People have to want to work hard and make a difference. Purpose matters.
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Money does not change people, it unmasks them.
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Building a business is like creating a picture & striving to be picture perfect in everything you do.
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Don't think outside the box. Think like there is no box.
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If you want success and longevity for your business, earning a reputation for integrity is crucial. People want to work with people and companies they can trust. Trying to hide a mistake and hope nobody notices or passing the buck does not inspire confidence or respect—from anyone, employees, vendors, or customers alike. Owning up shows integrity and whatever embarrassment you may feel is worth it because in the end people will likely trust you more going forward. It’s not the mistake that is a deal-breaker, it’s being dishonest about it.
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In a victory speech, I always like to thank the opposition, because without their help and stupidity, I couldn’t have won.
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Any definition of a successful life must include service to others.
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The things you do for yourself are gone when you're gone, but the things you do for others become legacy.What do you wanna be remembered as?