How to Be Rich
A source page for quotes linked to J. Paul Getty.
“In times of rapid change, experience could be your worst enemy.”
“If you can count your money, you don't have a billion dollars.”
“There are one hundred men seeking security to one able man who is willing to risk his fortune.”
“The meek shall inherit the Earth, but not its mineral rights.”
“If you can actually count your money, then you're not a rich man.”
“Money is like manure. You have to spread it around or it smells.”
“A man can fail, but he isn't a failure until he blames someone else.”
“If you look after the pennies, the dollars will look after themselves.”
“I would rather receive one percent of the income of 100 men, than 100% of the income of one man.”
“....remember, a billion dollars isn't worth what it used to be.”
“There may be some substitute for hard facts, but if there is, I have no idea what it can be.”
“There is only one way to make a great deal of money; and that is in a business of your own.”
“Patience; this is the greatest business asset. Wait for the right time to make your moves.”
“Money isn't everything but it sure keeps you in touch with your children.”
“I'd rather have 1% of the effort of 100 men than 100% of my own effort.”
“There are no safeguards that can protect the emotional investor from himself.”
“Wealth is only a benefit of the game of money. If you win, the money will be there.”