Most people live and die with their music still unplayed. They never dare to try.
For every failure, there’s an alternative course of action. You just have to find it. When you come to a roadblock, take a detour.
A mediocre idea that generates enthusiasm will go further than a great idea that inspires no one.
Be a dreamer. Have a sense of greatness. It has been said that if you can dream it, you can do it. And I believe that. Before your dream can become a reality, you have to see it in your own mind; see its fulfillment, whatever it may be.
Pretend that every single person you meet has a sign around his or her neck that says, ‘Make me feel important.’ Not only will you succeed in sales, you will succeed in life.
Never forget, your family should always have priority over your work.
Dare to grow into your dreams and claim this as your motto: Let it be me.
The only difference between successful people and unsuccessful people is extraordinary determination.
Everyone has an invisible sign hanging from their neck saying, ‘Make me feel important.’ Never forget this message when working with people.
Everyone wants to be appreciated, so if you appreciate someone, don’t keep it a secret.
God first, family second, career third.
Even the smallest achievements pave a way to great success.
Your attitude determines your altitude. It really is true that If you think you can, you can; and if you think you can’t – you’re right.
By trying to live Christmas 12 months a year, we CAN make this world a better place to live – for others and for ourselves.
Nothing wilts faster than a laurel rested upon.
One intense hour is worth a dreamy day.
We treat our people like royalty. If you honor and serve the people who work for you, they will honor and serve you.
Every silver lining has a cloud.
One of the secrets of success is to refuse to let temporary setbacks defeat us.
There is a way; Up, Around, Over or Through.
I wasn’t that interested in the dollars-and-cents part of business. My interest in starting Mary Kay Inc. was to offer women opportunities that didn’t exist anywhere else.