Make no small plans for they have not the power to stir men’s blood.

War should be the only study of a prince. He should consider peace only as a breathing-time, which gives him leisure to contrive, and furnishes as ability to execute, military plans.

When defeat comes, accept it as a signal that your plans are not sound. Rebuild those plans and set sail once more toward your coveted goal.

The past exists only in our memories, the future only in our plans. The present is our only reality.

Nothing can add more power to your life than concentrating all of your energies on a limited set of targets.

On the occasion of every accident that befalls you...inquire what power you have for turning it to use.