21 common sayings and what they all mean

11/20/2024 by

Common sayings or proverbs are simple sayings that express an essential truth based on common sense, experience and/or the wisdom of the ancients.

Proverbs that describe a basic rule of conduct are particularly useful and well worth remembering.

Today I offer you 21 thought-provoking proverbs and common sayings with an explanation as to what they all mean.

You would do well to remember some of these, I think.

21 COMMON SAYINGS

Common Sayings:

1. Be contrary; be known

If you want to be successful, visibility matters. That means you must stand out in the crowd. And you can’t stand out in the crowd if you’re just like everyone else. You must be an original, not a copy.

2. Man who chases two rabbits catches neither

Learn to keep the main thing the main thing. Focus matters if you want to be successful. Try to do too many things and you won’t do any of them very well. And if you fail to do anything well then you’re unlikely to be successful.

3. Knowledge is power

Learning is a lifelong process and you should be educating yourself constantly. However, there is a more important point here. When negotiating in business the more you know about the other side, their needs, the pressures they’re under, and what they’re willing to pay and/or concede, the more likely you are to get what you want. Never underestimate the power of information.

4. When in Rome do as the Romans do

If you want to be successful in business around the world then show some respect for other people and the way they do things. Culture is simply the way things are done around here. No one culture is better than another. They are just different that’s all. So just because something might appear odd relative to what is considered ‘normal’ in your culture doesn’t make it wrong. Embrace differences and enjoy every new cultural experience.

5. Fortune favours the brave

If you want to live life to the full then it starts outside your comfort zone. Go for the low-hanging fruit and the easy tasks and you won’t grow. Fail to take any risks and you’re unlikely to experience any significant rewards either. You can only be successful if you go after what you really want and that means you must take a few risks along the way. Remember this; risk and reward go together.

6. Hope for the best; prepare for the worst

If you want to be successful then be prepared for the rain because occasionally it will rain. Hope for permanent sunshine by all means but make sure you’re ready for the days when the sun refuses to shine and you need an umbrella.

7. A picture’s worth a thousand words

To be successful being able to communicate effectively is an important skill to develop. That means you need to know how to get a message across and often the most powerful way to deliver a message and make a point is often with a picture.

8. There’s no such thing as a free lunch

Everything comes with a price tag. There will always be a cost somewhere even if it’s not immediately apparent. The cost may not be financial but there will be a cost. Make sure you know what it is and make sure you’re willing to pay the price before you agree to anything.

9. Actions speak louder than words

Talk is cheap. It’s not what you say; it’s what you do and what you deliver that will make a difference. And if you want to be successful then you will need to make a difference.

10. Practice makes perfect

Every master began as a complete beginner. Mastery is achieved by becoming a student of your craft and practising constantly until you are the best at what you do. And if you want to be successful then you will need to be amongst the best at what you do.

11. Easy come; easy go

You will only truly appreciate that which has cost you in blood, sweat and tears. Any success obtained easily is difficult to sustain. Easy money is easily squandered. It’s almost like you feel you’re not entitled to it if it all came too easy to you.

12. One man’s trash is another man’s treasure

As they say in the north of England, ‘There’s brass in muck’. Meaning just because something appears to be no longer of use doesn’t mean it can’t be put to good use and can’t represent an excellent business opportunity. Old furniture can be restored. An old bicycle frame can be used in the making of some other item. Money can be made from the oddest things and, believe it or not, even from plain old rubbish.

13. Familiarity breeds contempt

If your career is starting to gain traction and you’ve been promoted to management then remember this; there must always be a little bit of distance between you and the troops you manage. You cannot be too familiar with people you manage if you want their respect. Yes, take an interest in people. Yes, show them you care occasionally. However, you can’t be their buddy. That doesn’t work.

14. Don’t judge a book by its cover

First impressions can be powerful and often they can be accurate too. However, they’re not always accurate so it is dangerous to form an opinion based on your first impression alone.

15. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket

When it comes to money and savings, diversity is the name of the game. As you become successful, a good income should follow. Make sure you start building some capital and make sure you spread it around a bit. Put all your financial eggs in one basket and calamity could follow.

16. The squeaky wheel gets the most oil

Don’t be afraid to complain when things aren’t right. If you want something resolved be prepared to make a noise. Wait patiently and you’re unlikely to find anyone keen to help you. They’re all too busy. Sometimes you need to be a nuisance if you’re going to get attention.

17. Honesty is the best policy

The problem with telling lies is that you need to have a very good memory and it’s very easy to get caught out. Tell the truth and you don’t need to remember anything. All you have to do is say exactly what happened or what you said, et cetera. Being honest makes life easier and it also makes it less stressful.

18. You can lead a horse to water but you can’t make it drink

There is only so much you can do for people. Offer to help them by all means but if they choose not to accept your offer then just leave it there. You can’t force someone to do something nor can you force them to accept your help or advice.

19. Keep friends close and enemies closer

There’s no point in fighting with your enemy. That won’t get you very far. It’s better to adopt cordial relations to keep them close. Keep them close and you can keep an eye on them. That way you’ll know what they’re up to and know what they’re planning too. Use your head not your heart in these matters.

20. Two heads are better than one

It is a fact that when people get their heads together the results are usually much better than one person’s thinking alone. Particularly with creative work, ideas bounce off each other and as those ideas come together the results can be exceptional.

21. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you

Treat other people in the way you’d prefer them to treat you. Show them respect and you’re much more likely to get their respect. Don’t be mean to people. You wouldn’t like it and neither will they. People will respond warmly to you if you are warm and kind to them.

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50 candidates for short joke of the day to raise a smile

11/19/2024 by

If you’re looking for candidates for the short joke of the day, then there are some great jokes on offer here today, dear reader.

Perhaps you’re just looking for something to make you laugh.

Then I’m sure at least one or two of these will tickle your funny bone.

Enjoy them all.

And then please pass them on.

Short Joke of the Day (1-20):

  1. I’m a social vegan. I avoid meet.
  2. Boycott shampoo. Demand real poo.
  3. Avoid dangerous cults. Practise safe sects.
  4. Do gun manuals have a troubleshooting section?
  5. Remember, there’s no lifeguard in the gene pool.
  6. Do they allow loud laughing in Hawaii or just a low ha?
  7. Never fight with a dinosaur. You’ll just get jurasskicked.
  8. I’ve just sold a homing pigeon on eBay for the 15th time.
  9. What did the daughter corn ask the mother corn? Where’s popcorn?
  10. Humpy Dumpty had a terrible summer. However, he’s had a great fall.
  11. Do you want to hear a construction joke? Sorry, I’m still working on it.
  12. A man was attacked by string instruments. It was a brutal act of violins.
  13. Q: Why do ghosts like to ride in elevators? A: Because it lifts their spirits.
  14. I wouldn’t say Poop jokes are the best jokes but they’re a solid Number 2.
  15. Could there be a worse time to have a heart attack than during a game of Charades?
  16. Could there be a more aptly named firm of divorce lawyers than Ditcher, Quick and Hyde?
  17. If you ever get an email about pork, ham, salt and preservatives, don’t open it. It’s SPAM.
  18. WIFE: I have blisters on my hands from the broom. HUSBAND: Why didn’t you use the car?
  19. I saw two guys wearing identical outfits and I just asked them if they were gay. They arrested me.
  20. Julie Andrews famously portrayed Mary Poppins in the film. Now I hear she will no longer be endorsing cheap lipstick. Apparently, it crumbles easily and makes her breath smell. In a statement she explained, “The super colour fragile lipstick gives me halitosis.”

Short Joke of the Day (21-30):

  1. If I don’t pay my exorcist, will I get repossessed?
  2. A human fart can be louder than a trombone. I discovered that at my daughter’s school concert.
  3. When a cougar gets so old she needs a hearing aid, does she become a Def Leopard?
  4. I didn’t think that wearing orthopaedic shoes would make a difference but I stand corrected.
  5. My wife told me I have two faults. She said I don’t listen and some other crap she was banging on about.
  6. If I get a headache, I take two Aspirin and keep away from children, just as it recommends on the bottle.
  7. We keep having meetings at work because our boss is keen to work out why nothing productive is being done.
  8. Q: What do you get if you divide the circumference of a pumpkin by its diameter? A: Pumpkin Pi
  9. I was struck on the head by a large bottle of Omega 3 capsules. Luckily the marks on me were only Super Fish Oil.
  10. A naked woman robbed the bank today. Despite the bank being full of businessmen, no one could remember her face.

Short Joke of the Day (31-40):

  1. At the bus stop, I asked the bus driver how long the next bus would be. The same length as this one, he said.
  2. Take me back to those wild pre-COVID days when we’d party hard and eat cake after someone had blown on it.
  3. I yelled “COW!” at a woman on a bike and she gave me the finger. Then she crashed her bike straight into a cow on the crossing. What can I say? I tried.
  4. I got up this morning and ran around the block five times. By then I was tired, so I picked the block up and put it back in the toy box.
  5. I’m worried my wife might be showing the first signs of Alzheimer’s. She’s just told me she can’t remember what she ever saw in me.
  6. Why is it that brain cells, skin cells and hair cells all die constantly and yet, fat cells seem to have eternal life?
  7. I accidentally wore a red shirt to shop in Target today and, to cut a long story short, I’m covering for Michelle this weekend.
  8. My wife asked me to pass her the lip balm but I gave her superglue by mistake. She’s still not talking to me.
  9. I see people my age mountain climbing, whereas I get a sense of achievement just getting my leg through my underwear without losing my balance.
  10. I need to get in shape. If I were murdered on the street today, my chalk outline would be a circle.

Short Joke of the Day (41-50):

  1. I don’t think inside the box. I don’t think outside the box either. I don’t even know where I might find the box.
  2. I wasn’t planning on going for a run today. However, those cops suddenly came out of nowhere.
  3. 90 per cent of my Google search history is just words I wasn’t sure how to spell correctly.
  4. I often wonder what happened to all those people who’ve asked me for directions over the years
  5. A dentist married a manicurist. It didn’t work out. They fought constantly, tooth and nail.
  6. My car broke down outside Pizza Hut last night. So I ordered a pizza to be delivered to my home, then I got a lift from the delivery guy.
  7. Have you ever woken up and kissed the person next to you, then felt truly grateful to be alive? I just did and apparently, I won’t be allowed to fly with this airline again.
  8. They say love is the best feeling in the world. I disagree. There’s no better feeling than finding a public toilet when you’re out and about and suddenly struck down with diarrhoea.
  9. In the furniture store, the sales guy told me the sofa would sit five people without any problems. Then it occurred to me, I don’t know five people without any problems.
  10. I’ve been in a lot of places but I’ve never been in Cahoots. Apparently, you can’t go alone, you have to be in Cahoots with someone. I’ve never been in Cognito either. I hear no one recognises you there. I have, however, been in Sane. They don’t have an airport. You have to be driven there. I’ve made several trips.

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Humorous Quotes by American Comedians

11/18/2024 by

A Collection of Witty One-Liners

This blog post explores the essence of comedy and humorous quotes by American comedians. In my opinion, American comedy is among the very best you’ll find anywhere.

Laughter is a universal language that brings people together. American comedians have a special talent for crafting witty observations that make us chuckle and think. Their clever quips often reveal truths about life, society, and human nature.

Funny quotes from comedians can brighten our day and offer a fresh perspective on the world around us.

From classic one-liners to longer bits of wisdom, these humorous remarks showcase the unique voices of America’s top jokesters. Their words can make us smile, nod in agreement, or see things in a new light.

This collection of 50 amusing quotes spans different eras and styles of comedy.

It features both timeless gems and contemporary zingers that reflect our current culture. Whether you’re looking for a good laugh or some lighthearted insight, these comedic nuggets are sure to deliver.

The Essence of Comedy in American Culture

Comedy plays a vital role in American society. It brings people together through shared laughter and helps us cope with life’s challenges.

American humor often reflects the nation’s diverse cultural landscape. Comedians draw inspiration from everyday experiences, current events, and social issues.

Wit and wordplay are key elements of American comedy.

Funny quotes from comedians like W.C. Fields showcase this clever use of language.

Laughter is seen as a universal language that bridges divides. It promotes happiness and can even have health benefits.

Jokes in American culture often poke fun at societal norms and human quirks. This self-deprecating humor allows people to laugh at themselves and their circumstances.

American comedians use various styles to elicit laughter:

  • Observational humor
  • Sarcasm and irony
  • Physical comedy
  • Impersonations
  • Satire

Comedy also serves as a form of social commentary. It can highlight important issues in a way that’s both entertaining and thought-provoking.

Many famous comedians have left lasting impacts on American culture through their unique perspectives and memorable one-liners.

The ability to find humor in life’s ups and downs is highly valued in American society. It’s seen as a sign of resilience and a positive outlook.

Comedic Commentary on Life

Life’s ups and downs provide endless material for comedians. Their witty observations help us laugh at everyday struggles.

On marriage, Rodney Dangerfield quipped, “I haven’t spoken to my wife in years. I didn’t want to interrupt her.” This humorous take on relationships resonates with many couples.

Comedians often share wisdom through humor. Steven Wright noted, “You can’t have everything. Where would you put it?” His simple yet profound observation makes people think while they laugh.

Self-esteem and body image are common targets. Phyllis Diller joked, “I’m at an age when my back goes out more than I do.” This quip about middle age and exercise hits home for many.

Insomnia gets its share of laughs too. Comedian Mike Birbiglia said, “I’m not afraid of death. I just don’t want to be there when it happens.”

These comedians use humor to shed light on life’s challenges. Their jokes help us see things from new perspectives and find laughter in unexpected places.

Pioneers of Humor

American comedy has been shaped by talented individuals who mastered the art of making people laugh. These pioneers created unforgettable jokes and witty observations that still resonate today.

Legendary One-Liners

George Burns was known for his quick wit and perfect timing. He once quipped, “I look to the future because that’s where I’m going to spend the rest of my life.” This blend of humor and wisdom became his trademark.

Rodney Dangerfield’s self-deprecating style made him a comedy icon. His famous line, “I get no respect,” became a catchphrase that defined his career.

Groucho Marx’s rapid-fire delivery and wordplay set him apart. He famously said, “I’ve had a perfectly wonderful evening, but this wasn’t it.”

Wit and Wisdom

Mark Twain’s humor often carried deeper meanings. He once remarked, “It is better to keep your mouth closed and let people think you are a fool than to open it and remove all doubt.”

George Carlin pushed boundaries with his observational comedy. He pointed out life’s absurdities, saying, “Have you ever noticed that anybody driving slower than you is an idiot, and anyone going faster than you is a maniac?”

Phyllis Diller broke barriers for women in comedy. Her self-deprecating humor was evident in lines like, “I’m at an age when my back goes out more than I do.”

These pioneers laid the groundwork for generations of comedians to come, proving that laughter truly is timeless.

Modern Comedic Icons

American comedy has been shaped by brilliant minds who revolutionized humor on screen and stage. These comedians pushed boundaries and connected with audiences through relatable jokes and memorable characters.

Television Trailblazers

Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David created the groundbreaking sitcom “Seinfeld,” which changed TV comedy forever. The show’s observational humor and quirky characters resonated with viewers.

Ellen DeGeneres brought her stand-up skills to daytime TV, hosting a popular talk show for nearly two decades. Her warmth and wit made her a household name.

Trevor Noah took over “The Daily Show” in 2015, bringing a fresh perspective to late-night comedy. His sharp political commentary and international background set him apart.

Film and Stand-Up Stars

Chris Rock’s biting social commentary and energetic performances made him a stand-up legend. He also found success in films like “Grown Ups” and “Madagascar.”

Jim Carrey’s rubber-faced antics and physical comedy style led to major movie hits. “Ace Ventura” and “Dumb and Dumber” showcased his unique comedic talents.

Amy Poehler rose to fame on “Saturday Night Live” before starring in “Parks and Recreation.” Her quick wit and lovable characters endeared her to audiences.

Bill Murray’s deadpan delivery and dry humor made him a comedy icon. From “Ghostbusters” to “Lost in Translation,” his film career spans decades.

Humor and Relationships

Comedians often poke fun at the ups and downs of romance. Their witty observations about love and marriage can make us laugh at life’s absurdities.

Rodney Dangerfield was famous for his self-deprecating jokes about marriage. He once quipped, “My wife and I were happy for twenty years. Then we met.”

Groucho Marx also had plenty to say on the topic. One of his classic lines about relationships was, “Marriage is a wonderful institution, but who wants to live in an institution?”

Some comedians focus on the challenges of dating:

  • Awkward first impressions
  • Mismatched expectations
  • The perils of online dating

Others tackle the humorous side of long-term partnerships:

  • In-laws and family dynamics
  • Sharing a bathroom
  • Arguing over household chores

These jokes can help couples laugh at their own quirks and conflicts. Humor often provides a way to discuss relationship issues in a lighthearted manner.

Many people find comfort in knowing that even famous comedians struggle with love. It reminds us that relationship woes are a universal human experience.

Contemporary Wit and Quips

Modern comedians have a unique way of pointing out life’s absurdities. They use clever wordplay and sharp observations to make us laugh and think.

Satirical Sharpshooters

Jon Stewart and Amy Schumer are known for their biting social commentary. Stewart’s quips often target politics and media. He once said, “If you don’t stick to your values when they’re being tested, they’re not values: they’re hobbies.” This shows how he uses humor to make serious points.

Schumer tackles gender issues with wit. She jokes about body image and dating norms. Her style mixes self-deprecation with cultural criticism.

Jimmy Kimmel and Conan O’Brien use their late-night platforms for topical humor. They poke fun at current events and celebrities. Their monologues blend news and jokes, making complex topics more digestible.

Masters of Misdirection

Zach Galifianakis and Maria Bamford excel at unexpected humor. Galifianakis is known for his deadpan delivery and odd non-sequiturs. His “Between Two Ferns” interviews catch guests off-guard with bizarre questions.

Bamford’s comedy often deals with mental health in surprising ways. She uses different voices and surreal scenarios to explore serious topics. This approach helps reduce stigma while still being funny.

Steven Wright is famous for his dry one-liners that twist logic. He once quipped, “I intend to live forever. So far, so good.” His jokes make people think while they laugh.

Jim Gaffigan uses a unique voice technique to comment on his own jokes. This adds an extra layer of humor to his observations about food and family life.

Cultural Impact of Comedic Television

TV comedies shape American culture in big ways. They influence how people talk, dress, and think about social issues.

Influential TV Series

The Office changed how people view office work. Its mockumentary style made boring jobs seem funny. The show’s quotes became part of everyday speech.

I Love Lucy broke new ground for women in comedy. It showed a strong female lead in the 1950s. Lucy’s antics made people laugh while pushing social norms.

Cheers captured the feel of a local bar where everyone knows your name. It showed the value of community in a big city. The show’s characters felt like real friends to viewers.

Comedy in Animated Shows

The Simpsons has been a mirror for American society since 1989. It pokes fun at family life, politics, and pop culture. The show’s jokes often predict real-world events.

South Park tackles tough topics with crude humor. It makes people think about issues in new ways. The show’s fast production lets it comment on current events quickly.

Family Guy uses cutaway gags to reference pop culture. Its style influenced other animated comedies. The show pushes boundaries of what’s acceptable on TV.

Quotations on Specific Themes

Comedians often use their unique perspectives to comment on various aspects of life. Their witty observations cover topics ranging from the challenges of fame to everyday struggles.

Navigating Fame and Public Image

Famous comedians frequently joke about the ups and downs of life in the spotlight. Jerry Seinfeld quipped, “Being a celebrity is like being in politics, you don’t get elected to it without the people’s consent.”

Ellen DeGeneres humorously noted, “I’m glad I’m not famous in a different time period, when all a person could do for fun was go to the zoo and throw peanuts at my head.”

Some comedians use self-deprecating humor to address public image. Rodney Dangerfield famously said, “I get no respect. The way my luck is running, if I was a politician I would be honest.”

The Comedic Take on Daily Struggles

Comedians often find humor in life’s everyday challenges. Bill Burr joked about self-esteem, saying, “I’m not saying I’m better than you, I’m just saying I’m better than you think I am.”

Louis C.K. commented on parenting struggles: “I’m not a good father. I’m not a good husband. I’m just very good at buying ice cream.”

Many comedians use observational humor to highlight common experiences. Jim Gaffigan quipped about food, “I’m convinced cheese is addictive. I mean, do you ever hear anyone say, ‘I’m not in the mood for cheese’?”

These quotes show how comedians use humor to make light of daily life and connect with their audience through shared experiences.

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17 quotes about fame to get you thinking

11/17/2024 by

QUOTES ABOUT FAMEDoes the idea of fame appeal to you, dear reader? That is being recognised and fêted wherever you go.

If it does then you’re not alone. Plenty of people share that aspiration.

However, before you chase fame it would be worth reflecting on its nature through today’s quotes about fame.

Many crave fame and many constantly strive to be famous, giving little or no thought to the price they’ll pay should they achieve any significant degree of fame.

Real fame implies universal recognition; being recognized literally wherever you go, anywhere in the world. Muhammad Ali, Elvis Presley, John Lennon and Nelson Mandela are all examples of people who were truly famous and would still be recognized anywhere.

To people with no experience of real fame, it might seem like a nice idea to think that wherever you go everyone will know you. However, the novelty will wear off soon enough, once you realize the impact it has on your privacy and your ability to go about your daily life in ways that other people take for granted.

Allow me to offer you an example. A few years ago I was in a crowded London coffee shop and who should sit opposite me? Non-other than the legendary Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page.

Now he was minding his own business trying to do the things we all do; relax with his beverage of choice and so on.

However being in the presence of a Rock music legend and icon is not something that was going to happen to me every day, so I couldn’t resist the temptation to invade his privacy with a few inane questions.

His response was polite and good-natured and I admired him all the more for his professional approach.

Nevertheless, it must have been a little bit irritating for him deep down I’m sure. Privately he was probably thinking, “Oh please, give me a break! I’m off duty and I just came here for a quiet cup of coffee like everyone else.” For him, and many like him, that’s the price he continues to pay for his fame.

So if you’re chasing fame be prepared for the personal cost that will inevitably come with it. Fame might lead to riches for you but never forget that chains of gold are still chains.

You can do whatever you want but there is always a price to be paid somewhere.

Here are 17 inspirational quotes about fame to reinforce today’s underlying message.

Quotes about fame (1-10):

  1. Fame is a fickle food upon a shifting plate. ~Emily Dickinson
  2. Fame is a beast that you can’t control or be prepared for. ~Tom Holland
  3. A life without fame can be a good life, but fame without a life is no life at all. ~Clive James
  4. You can’t reverse fame. You can lose all the money, but you’ll never lose people knowing you. ~J. Cole
  5. We all want to be famous people and the moment we want to be something we are no longer free. ~Jiddu Krishnamurti
  6. So, my happiness doesn’t come from money or fame. My happiness comes from seeing life without struggle. ~Nicki Minaj
  7. A celebrity is a person who works hard all of their life to become well known and then wears dark glasses to avoid being recognized. ~Fred Allen
  8. The strangest part about being famous is you don’t get to give first impressions anymore. Everyone already has an impression of you before you meet them. ~Kristen Stewart
  9. The hardest thing about being famous is that people are always nice to you. You’re in a conversation and everybody’s agreeing with what you’re saying – even if you say something totally crazy. You need people who can tell you what you don’t want to hear. ~Al Pacino
  10. I always want to say to people who want to be rich and famous, ‘Try being rich first’. See if that doesn’t cover most of it. There’s not much downside to being rich, other than paying taxes and having your relatives ask you for money. But when you become famous, you end up with a 24-hour job. ~Bill Murray

Quotes about fame (11-17):

  1. Fame is the thirst of youth. ~Lord Byron
  2. Fame hit me like a ton of bricks. ~Eminem
  3. Don’t confuse fame with success. Madonna is one; Helen Keller is the other. ~Erma Bombeck
  4. The woman who can create her own job is the woman who will win fame and fortune. ~Amelia Earhart
  5. Talent is God-given. Be humble. Fame is man-given. Be grateful. Conceit is self-given. Be careful. ~John Wooden
  6. I like to hide behind the characters I play. Despite the public perception, I am a very private person who has a hard time with the fame thing. ~Angelina Jolie
  7. The talent of success is nothing more than doing what you can do well and doing well whatever you do without thought of fame. If it comes at all it will come because it is deserved, not because it is sought after. ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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35 business quotes to inspire you today

11/16/2024 by

If you’re looking for some business quotes to inspire you, I’ve curated 35 that you might find interesting.

These quotes from some of the great entrepreneurs, business thinkers, and political figures will certainly get you thinking.

So, take a few minutes to look and see what you think.

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Business quotes to inspire (1-10):

  1. Business is a combination of war and sport. ~Andre Maurois
  2. All lasting business is built on friendship. ~Alfred A. Montapert
  3. Industry is fortune’s right hand, and frugality its left. ~John Ray
  4. A company is only as good as the people it keeps. ~Mary Kay Ash
  5. A business that makes nothing but money is a poor business. ~Henry Ford
  6. It’s not what you pay a man, but what he costs you that counts. ~Will Rogers
  7. It’s easy to make a buck. It’s a lot tougher to make a difference. ~Tom Brokaw
  8. If you don’t drive your business, you will be driven out of business. ~B.C. Forbes
  9. We don’t have a monopoly. We have market share. There’s a difference. ~Steve Ballmer
  10. Effort only fully releases its reward after a person refuses to quit. ~Napoleon Hill 

Business quotes to inspire (11-20):

  1. Making money is art and working is art and good business is the best art. ~Andy Warhol
  2. The secret of business is to know something that nobody else knows. ~Aristotle Onassis
  3. If you want to kill any idea in the world, get a committee working on it. ~Charles Kettering
  4. Meetings are indispensable when you don’t want to do anything. ~John Kenneth Galbraith
  5. In business or in life, don’t follow the wagon tracks too closely. ~H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
  6. Failure doesn’t mean you are a failure it just means you haven’t succeeded yet. ~Robert H. Schuller
  7. Just because something doesn’t do what you planned it to do doesn’t mean it’s useless. ~Thomas A. Edison
  8. An organization, no matter how well designed, is only as good as the people who live and work in it. ~Dee Hock
  9. Wise are those who learn that the bottom line doesn’t always have to be their top priority. ~William Arthur Ward
  10. The entrepreneur always searches for change, responds to it, and exploits it as an opportunity. ~Peter Drucker 

Business quotes to inspire (21-30):

  1. There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure. ~Colin Powell
  2. A brand for a company is like a reputation for a person. You earn a reputation by trying to do hard things well. ~Jeff Bezos
  3. If you owe the bank $100 that’s your problem. If you owe the bank $100 million, that’s the bank’s problem. ~J. Paul Getty
  4. Every day I get up and look through the Forbes list of the richest people in America. If I’m not there, I go to work. ~Robert Orben
  5. An organization’s ability to learn, and translate that learning into action rapidly, is the ultimate competitive advantage. ~Jack Welch
  6. Almost all quality improvement comes via simplification of design, manufacturing, layout, processes, and procedures. ~Tom Peters
  7. Spend a lot of time talking to customers face to face. You’d be amazed how many companies don’t listen to their customers. ~Ross Perot
  8. Don’t worry about people stealing your ideas. If your ideas are any good, you’ll have to ram them down people’s throats. ~Howard Aiken
  9. It is not from the benevolence of the butcher, the brewer, or the baker that we expect our dinner, but from their regard for their own interest. ~Adam Smith
  10. In the business world, everyone is paid in two coins: cash and experience. Take the experience first; the cash will come later. ~Harold S. Geneen

Business quotes to inspire (31-35):

  1. Profit in business comes from repeat customers, customers that boast about your project or service, and that bring friends with them. ~W. Edwards Deming
  2. Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all. ~Dale Carnegie
  3. There is only one boss. The customer. And he can fire everybody in the company from the chairman on down, simply by spending his money somewhere else. ~Sam Walton
  4. And while the law of competition may be sometimes hard for the individual, it is best for the race, because it ensures the survival of the fittest in every department. ~Andrew Carnegie
  5. Do more than is required. What is the distance between someone who achieves their goals consistently and those who spend their lives and careers merely following? The extra mile. ~Gary Ryan Blair

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25 thought-provoking quotes about not giving up

11/15/2024 by

Today I’ve curated a series of quotes about not giving up. Readers will know that life’s not easy and the world around us can be a tough place. However, nothing worth having will ever come easy to you. So if you want it badly enough, you must keep going.

For anything worth having, there’s always a price to be paid and that price must always be paid first.

You’ll get nothing unless you’ve earned the right to it.

The price you pay is not necessarily in money. The price you’ll pay will be in blood, sweat and tears.

Success can be yours but you’ve got to keep going and you must persevere until you get to where you want to be. Don’t allow the negativity of others to shake your belief in what’s possible. If you believe it’s possible, then keep going until you get to where you want to be.

Here are 25 thought-provoking quotes about not giving up that will encourage you to keep going.

Quotes about not giving up (1-12):

  1. Never, never, never give up. ~Winston Churchill
  2. Your victory is right around the corner. Never give up. ~Nicki Minaj
  3. Never give up. You only get one life. Go for it! ~Richard E Grant
  4. Follow your dreams, believe in yourself and don’t give up. ~Rachel Corrie
  5. Never give up; for even rivers someday wash dams away. ~Arthur Golden
  6. Never give up on your dreams, no matter how painful and difficult your journey is. ~Lisa
  7. Survival can be summed up in three words, never give up. That’s the heart of it really. Just keep trying. ~Bear Grylls
  8. Never give up. Today is hard, tomorrow will be worse, but the day after tomorrow will be sunshine. ~Jack Ma
  9. My parents taught me to never give up and to always believe that my future could be whatever I dreamt it to be. ~Susana Martinez
  10. There is no substitute for hard work. Never give up. Never stop believing. Never stop fighting. ~Hope Hicks
  11. I never give up when I encounter obstacles in my way. I just continue going until I reach my career objectives. ~Henrikh Mkhitaryan
  12. I never made it to the school choir because the music teacher didn’t like my voice. I was pretty sad. But he was probably right; I did have a voice a bit like a goat, but my dad told me to never give up and to keep going, and it’s paid off. ~Shakira

Quotes about not giving up (13-19):

  1. My greatest point is my persistence. I never give up in a match. However down I am, I fight until the last ball. My list of matches shows that I have turned a great many so-called irretrievable defeats into victories. ~Bjorn Borg
  2. Stay true to yourself, yet always be open to learning. Work hard, and never give up on your dreams, even when nobody else believes they can come true but you. These are not clichés but real tools you need no matter what you do in life to stay focused on your path. ~Phillip Sweet
  3. Never give up on what you really want to do. The person with big dreams is more powerful than the one with all the facts. ~H Jackson Brown, Jr
  4. I will keep smiling, be positive and never give up! I will give 100 per cent each time I play. These are always my goals and my attitude. ~Yani Tseng
  5. Just don’t give up trying to do what you really want to do. Where there is love and inspiration, I don’t think you can go wrong. ~Ella Fitzgerald
  6. When you get into a tight place and everything goes against you, till it seems as though you could not hang on a minute longer, never give up then, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn. ~Harriet Beecher Stowe
  7. Don’t quit. Never give up trying to build the world you can see, even if others can’t see it. Listen to your drum and your drum only. It’s the one that makes the sweetest sound. ~Simon Sinek

Quotes about not giving up (20-25):

  1. The one thing you’ve gotta do is that you need to always do the best you can do, no matter what the given situation, no matter what comes up against you. You do the best you can do, and you never give up. Never quit. ~James Corden
  2. A lot of people have their big dreams and get knocked down and don’t have things go their way. And you never give up hope, and you really just hold on to it. Hard work and perseverance. You just keep getting up and getting up, and then you get that breakthrough. ~Robert Kraft
  3. If you really believe in what you’re doing, work hard, take nothing personally and if something blocks one route, find another. Never give up. ~Laurie Notaro
  4. Never quit believing that you can develop in life. Never give up. Don’t deny the inward spirit that provides the drive to accomplish great things in life. ~Jon Huntsman, Sr
  5. There are no right and wrong ways to work in this business but there are some basic common-sense practices. Work very, very hard and always be prepared; never give up; and once you get the job, give them more than they ever expected. Shine! ~Jimmy Smits
  6. Write every day; never give up; it’s supposed to be difficult; try to find some pleasure and reward in the act of writing, because you can’t look for praise from editors, readers, or critics. In other words, tips are much easier to give than to take. ~JR Moehringer

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Santa’s Grotto: Seasonal Role for Elderly Gents

11/14/2024 by

As we enter the Christmas season, stores in London and every western city are gearing up for a seasonal boost to their trade. One traditional way that big stores manage to pull in customers at this time of year is by setting up a Santa’s Grotto.

This way children can meet with Santa and let him know what they desire as Christmas presents.

This is a magical time of year for young children, and they all love meeting Santa.

However, not every story can have the real Santa, of course. So, stores must rely on elderly men willing to play the part.

I thought it would be interesting to take a whimsical look at how the experience might be for those elderly gentlemen.

My thoughts are summarised in today’s poem.

Santa’s Grotto

 

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How to call someone stupid in a smart way

11/13/2024 by

If you’re wondering how to call someone stupid in a smart way, this article is just for you.

I thought it would be fun to curate some of the many euphemisms we use occasionally to indicate that someone of our acquaintance is not very bright.

So, here are 37 ways I can think of to suggest someone lacks brainpower.

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How to call someone stupid in a smart way (1-10)

He’s as sharp as a marble

He’s a dime short of a dollar

He’s as dim as a Toc-H lamp

He’s a sandwich short of a picnic

With him, it’s all foam, and no beer

He’s a few fries short of a Happy meal

He’s as sharp as a sock full of soup

He’s not firing on all cylinders

If he had brains, he’d be dangerous

He’s a few cards short of a full deck

How to call someone stupid in a smart way (11-20)

The lights are on but no one’s home

He’s not the brightest star in the sky

He’s not the sharpest tool in the box

He’s a Fruit Loop short of a full bowl

He’s not the fastest horse in the race

Few people are slower on the uptake

He doesn’t have all the dots on his dice

He’s not the brightest crayon in the box

He’s the reason we have warning labels

He’s not the sharpest knife in the drawer

How to call someone stupid in a smart way (21-30)

He just doesn’t have both oars in the water

The wheel’s spinning, but the hamster’s dead

There’s a village somewhere missing its idiot

You could never accuse him of intelligent thought

He’s certainly unburdened by the thought process

Put your ear next to his and you can hear the ocean

He could hide his own Easter eggs and never find them

With him, the elevator doesn’t go all the way up to the top

He’s got two brain cells, and both are fighting for third place

That guy’s known as 90 cents because he isn’t the full dollar

How to call someone stupid in a smart way (31-37)

If you gave him a penny for his thoughts, you’d get change back

He’s like a pair of children’s scissors, colourful, but not too sharp

He couldn’t pour water out of a shoe with instructions on the heel

When God was giving out brains, he was standing in the wrong queue

No one would suggest that intellectual horsepower is his strongest suit

What he doesn’t know would fill the Library of Congress and then some

If his brains were dynamite, there wouldn’t be enough to blow his hat off

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21 quotes about music to inspire you today

11/12/2024 by

Like every art form, music plays upon emotions.

One moment you can feel down and then the sound of just one song can cheer you up immediately. One minute you’re sad and then the next your feet are tapping and you’re singing along.

Music brings joy to our lives.

Whatever our taste in music, whatever musical era we consider to be our own when we hear those songs they transport us back to a time and a place.

Suddenly we are filled with fond memories of happy times with family and friends.

So, let’s hear it for music, get down on our knees, and thank God for musicians and songwriters. For the rest of us, their dedication to their craft is the gift that keeps on giving—pleasure beyond measure.

I love music, and I thank the musicians and songwriters everywhere. Here are 21 inspirational quotes about music to reinforce today’s message.

Quotes about music (1-10):

  1. Music is the soundtrack of your life. ~Dick Clark
  2. Music is the strongest form of magic. ~Marilyn Manson
  3. When words leave off, music begins. ~Heinrich Heine
  4. Music is the shorthand of emotion. ~Leo Tolstoy
  5. Where words fail, music speaks. ~Hans Christian Andersen
  6. I don’t make music for eyes. I make music for ears. ~Adele
  7. If music be the food of love, play on. ~William Shakespeare
  8. Without music, life would be a mistake. ~Friedrich Nietzsche
  9. Music can change the world because it can change people. ~Bono
  10. One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain. ~Bob Marley

Quotes about music (11-16):

  1. After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music. ~Aldous Huxley
  2. Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent. ~Victor Hugo
  3. Music should strike fire from the heart of man and bring tears from the eyes of women. ~Ludwig van Beethoven
  4. Music was my refuge. I could crawl into the space between the notes and curl my back to loneliness. ~Maya Angelou
  5. Music doesn’t lie. If there is something to be changed in this world, then it can only happen through music. ~Jimi Hendrix
  6. Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything. ~Plato

Quotes about music (17-21):

  1. Beautiful music is the art of the prophets that can calm the agitations of the soul; it is one of the most magnificent and delightful presents God has given us. ~Martin Luther
  2. I think music in itself is healing. It’s an explosive expression of humanity. It’s something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we’re from, everyone loves music. ~Billy Joel
  3. I think it’s so cool that you can pick up the guitar and create something that didn’t exist 5 minutes ago. You can write something that no one’s ever heard before. You have music at your fingertips. ~Michelle Branch
  4. I was born with music inside me. Music was one of my parts. Like my ribs, my kidneys, my liver, my heart. Like my blood. It was a force already within me when I arrived on the scene. It was a necessity for me – like food or water. ~Ray Charles
  5. Remember the first time you went to a show and saw your favourite band. You wore their shirt and sang every word. You didn’t know anything about scene politics, haircuts, or what was cool. All you knew was that this music made you feel different from anyone you shared a locker with. Someone finally understood you. This is what music is about. ~Gerard Way

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27 Quotes by Groucho Marx to amuse you

11/11/2024 by

Groucho Marx, born Julius Henry Marx, was an American comedian, writer, stage, film, radio, and television star and part of the successful and immensely popular comedy act known as The Marx Brothers.

Groucho was known for his quick wit and he is widely considered one of the best comedians of the modern era.

With his siblings, the Marx Brothers, Groucho Marx made 13 feature films, but he also had a successful solo career in radio and television.

Here are 27 quotes by Groucho Marx which illustrate his quick wit.

Quotes by Groucho Marx (1-10):

  1. I intend to live forever or die trying.
  2. Either he’s dead or my watch has stopped.
  3. A man’s only as old as the woman he feels.
  4. Alimony is like buying hay for a dead horse.
  5. Marry me and I’ll never look at another horse!
  6. Next time I see you, remind me not to talk to you.
  7. Who are you going to believe, me or your own eyes?
  8. A hospital bed is a parked taxi with the meter running.
  9. I was married by a judge. I should have asked for a jury.
  10. She got her looks from her father. He’s a plastic surgeon.

Quotes by Groucho Marx (11-20):

  1. I refuse to join any club that would have me as a member.
  2. No man goes before his time unless the boss leaves early.
  3. I have had a perfectly wonderful evening, but this wasn’t it.
  4. Anyone who says he can see through women is missing a lot.
  5. Getting older is no problem. You just have to live long enough.
  6. Behind every successful man is a woman, and behind her is his wife.
  7. Why should I care about posterity? What’s posterity ever done for me?
  8. Those are my principles, and if you don’t like them, well, I have others.
  9. Man does not control his own fate. The women in his life do that for him.
  10. If you’ve heard this story before, don’t stop me, because I’d like to hear it again.

Quotes by Groucho Marx (21-27):

  1. Marriage is a wonderful institution, but who wants to live in an institution?
  2. The secret of life is honesty and fair dealing. If you can fake that you’ve got it made.
  3. A black cat crossing your path signifies that the animal is going somewhere.
  4. There’s one way to find out if a man is honest, ask him. If he says, yes, you know he’s a crook.
  5. One morning I shot an elephant in my pyjamas. How he got into my pyjamas I’ll never know.
  6. Politics is the art of looking for trouble, finding it everywhere, diagnosing it incorrectly and applying the wrong remedies.
  7. I must say I find television very educational. The minute somebody turns it on, I go to the library and read a good book.

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