152 Quotes by Chris Gardner

Every time he came back, apologetic, contrite, he’d start off being real nice. But he was as predictable as rain. No body knew when he’d go off, but at some point everybody knew he would.

You won’t find magic potions here. No matter how enticing they may seem, promises of quick fixes mostly set us up for failure and do more to deter us than empower us.

Baby steps count, too, as long as you're moving forward.

Remember: If you don't schmooze, you lose. Used wisely, a bit of chitchat helps create a personal connection with your boss and colleagues.

In order for you to find a job, people need to know you're looking.

Don't wait for the perfect time to start making changes to your life; the time is now.

If you're lucky enough to have a permanent position, don't feel entitled. Companies value longtime employees' institutional memory, but to be irreplaceable, you must stay invested. Take the initiative and assume new responsibilities.

Most of us have heard the saying, 'Cleanliness is next to godliness.' That's a sentiment I value, but another virtue has inspired me to revise that saying. As far as I'm concerned, what's next to godliness is resourcefulness.

My mom had to be resourceful. She grew up dirt poor in rural Louisiana.