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P. T. Barnum, born on July 5, 1810, in Connecticut, was a renowned American businessman, circus owner, and performer. He is best known for his role in founding Barnum & Bailey's Great Show, one of the most famous circuses in American history. Barnum was known for his unique marketing strategies and business acumen, and his life was filled with legendary tales.

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Famous P. T. Barnum Quotes

“The plan of "counting the chickens before they are hatched" is an error of ancient date, but it does not seem to improve by age.”

Doe Seems Age Plans Errors Ancient Chickens Counting

Book:Art of Money Getting

Source: Art of Money Getting

“Small does of advertising result in nothing, obviously. It's like giving a sick person half the medicine he needs. It just causes more suffering. Give the whole dose, and the cure will be certain and decisive.”

Needs Giving Persons Doe Whole Certain Suffering Causes Results Half Sick Medicine Cures Advertising Dose Sick Person

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“Fortune always favors the brave, and never helps a man who does not help himself.”

Men Doe Helping Brave Fortune Favors

Book:Art of Money Getting

Source: Art of Money Getting

About the Author

Born: July 5, 1810
Died: April 7, 1891
Known for: Businessman
Quotes: 91

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