“Lay hold of something that will help you, and then use it to help somebody else.”
Source: Black-belt Diamonds: Gems from the Speeches, Addresses, and Talks to Students of Booker T. Washington ...
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Famous Booker T. Washington Quotes
“You must understand the troubles of that man farthest down before you can help him.”
“Those who are happiest are those who do the most for others.”
Source: Up from Slavery
“In proportion as one renders service he becomes great.”
Source: Character Building
Source: Papers: The Autobiographical Writings
“I think I have learned that the best way to lift one's self up is to help someone else.”
Source: The Story of My Life and Work
“A sure way for one to lift himself up is by helping to lift someone else.”