Dale Carnegie is the best-selling author of “How to Win Friends and Influence People.” He helped people truly grasp how powerful interpersonal skills and public speaking could be to one’s life.
He was born into poverty in Missouri, and worked as a salesman and actor following his college graduation. Additionally, he began teaching public speaking classes which ended up becoming extremely successful. Carnegie was able to sell advice which if applied, could help people from all ages become successful.
From the Home Office in Maryville, Missouri, Below are The Top 10 Dale Carnegie’s quotes from his book, How to Make Friends and Influence People
10. “A person’s name is to that person the sweetest and most important sound in any language.” – Dale Carnegie
9. “Every successful person loves the game. The chance to prove his worth, to excel, to win.” –Dale Carnegie
8. “Every man I meet is my superior in some way. In that, I learn of him.” – Dale Carnegie
7. “Pay less attention to what men say. Just watch what they do.” – Dale Carnegie
6. “Ask questions instead of giving orders.” – Dale Carnegie
5. “There is only one way to get the best of an argument — and that is to avoid it.” – Dale Carnegie
4. “Happiness doesn’t depend on any external conditions, it is governed by our mental attitude.” – Dale Carnegie
3. “To be interesting, be interested.” – Dale Carnegie
2. “All men have fears, but the brave put down their fears and go forward.” – Dale Carnegie
And the #1 Dale Carnegie’s Most Influential Quotes From “How to Win Friends and Influence People ”is……
1. “Talk to someone about themselves and they’ll listen for hours.” – Dale Carnegie
Which one of these Dale Carnegie quotes resonated most with you and why? Let me know.
Have a great weekend,
David
