Complete Life's Little Instruction Book...
A source page for quotes linked to H. Jackson Brown, Jr..
“Don't do business with anyone who has a history of suing people.”
“If you need to bring in a business partner, make sure your partner brings along some money.”
“Volunteer. Sometimes the jobs no one wants conceal big opportunities.”
“Don't be called out on strikes. Go down swinging.”
“Drive inexpensive cars, but own the best house you can afford.”
“Remember that a gesture of friendship, no matter how small, is always appreciated.”
“When you hear a kind word spoken about a friend, tell him so.”
“Believe in miracles but don't depend on them.”
“May our adversities make us strong. May our victories make us wise. May our actions make us proud.”
“Turn enemies into friends by doing something nice for them.”
“Remember that a good example is the best sermon.”
“Swallowing angry words before you say them is better than having to eat them afterwards.”
“Never be ashamed of your patriotism.”
“Be brave. Even if you're not pretend to be. No one can tell the difference.”
“Don't burn bridges. You'll be surprised how many times you have to cross the same river.”
“Young love is wild and outrageous, laughing at moderation and blinding us to common sense.”
“Mature love is composed and sustaining; a celebration of commitment, companionship, and trust.”
“Read a lot when you're on vacation, but nothing that has to do with your business.”
“Someone will always be looking at you as an example of how to behave. Don't let him down.”
“Kind words and good deeds are eternal. You never know where their influence will end.”
“Don't be so concerned with your rights that you forget your manners.”
“Commit yourself to a mighty purpose.”
“Ask an older person you respect to tell you his or her greatest regret.”
“Give children toys that are powered by their imagination, not by batteries.”
“Measure your wealth by what you'd have left if you lost all your money.”
“No matter how old you get, hug and kiss your mother whenever you greet her.”
“Approach love and cooking with reckless abandon”