Andrew Carnegie says true power comes from believing you were born to lead and from never compromising your principles. He says a young man who meets important people already has half the battle won, and that you must climb a ladder only if you are willing. He also mentions that a clear mind can own anything, and that happiness often means giving up.
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Andrew Carnegie was an industrialist, best known for Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie.
Quick Facts About Andrew Carnegie
Born
November 25, 1835
Died
August 11, 1919
Profession
Industrialist
Notable works
Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie
About Andrew Carnegie
Andrew Carnegie was a Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist. Carnegie led the expansion of the American steel industry in the late-19th century and became one of the richest Americans in history.
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