American - Businessman | March 4, 1926 -
Every society needs people who can encourage and stimulate and cheer. They are the ones who make the world run. You can be one of them!
Richard M. DeVos
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A positive impact stems from our admission that we were wrong or our thinking was wrong. 'I'm wrong' are two little words that can help improve our own positive attitude.
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Saying 'I'm wrong' is meaningless unless it comes from our heart, not just our lips. That often requires a genuine and profound change within ourselves, because we need to realize it's simply human nature and that everyone makes mistakes.
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I give God the glory for the people I've worked with who have helped me along the way.
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People who achieve the highest levels of success - whether in business or in raising families or simply in discovering fulfillment and satisfaction and purpose in life - are those who place their focus on other people rather than themselves.
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I believe we are more a product of our homes than of any other single influence.
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My parents instilled a strong work ethic early on in my life.
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Delivering the 'Grand Rapids Press' taught me responsibility, accountability, and all the principles of the rewards of hard work.
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I learned that you appreciate what you earn much more than what is given you. I also learned that decisions have consequences.
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If the auto plants in Detroit would just sit around the table and say, 'What do we gotta do to make this thing work?' Instead of, 'I want this and I want that,' they might make it.
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I still refer to myself as a 'cheerleader' because I keep encouraging others to have confidence and to use their talents to follow their dreams. It's been one of the most important reasons for my success and my helping others succeed.
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If a negative atmosphere pervades where you live or work, go elsewhere. Seek out friends, business associates, and mentors with positive attitudes who share your goals and best interests.
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