41 Quotes by John Gokongwei

Whether it's difficult or not, there will be a few people who are outstanding, who will rise above the rest.

Success doesn't happen overnight. It's the small successes achieved day by day that build a company. So, don't be impatient or focused on immediate financial rewards.

Success is not necessarily about connections, or cutting corners, or chamba - the three Cs of bad business. Call it trite, but believe me: success can be achieved through hard work, frugality, integrity, responsiveness to change, and most of all, boldness to dream.

I don't rely on feng shui. I believe hard work brings us good luck and success.

Do what is right... do it with honesty and vigor. Be creative - that's important. Don't follow what other people are doing.

Love your work. Work hard for it.

Love your family. Love your country. Never stop learning... And always look back and be grateful to where you came from.

I'm from Cebu. I was one year old when I came here to Cebu from Fujian, south China. I'm Cebuano. I left for Manila when I was 22.

I don't want to engage in politics; it's too hot.