“I didn't know it at the time, but what I was doing here included two keys to running a successful business: knowing your customer and knowing how to get free marketing." "Who cares if a tree falls in a forest… — Sophia Amoruso Copy Share Image
“We made a lot of mistakes at that trade show about what we thought the customer wanted and what was right for the brand. Ultimately, we learned more than we would have if we hadn’t taken those risks, and to… — Sophia Amoruso Copy Share Image
I guess it has to be healthy, you have to be honest with yourself and I think that's when ego is okay. — Sophia Amoruso Copy Share Image
“You ask questions. You take your life seriously, but you don't take yourself too seriously. You're going to take over the world, and change… — Sophia Amoruso Copy Share Image
Without ego I don't know how identity works, I don't know... I need to sit down and re-read some philosophy or something. — Sophia Amoruso Copy Share Image
“but what I have realized over time is that in many ways, money spells freedom. If you learn to control your finances, you won’t find yourself stuck in jobs, places, or relationships that you hate just because you can’t afford to go elsewhere. Learning how to manage your money is one of the most important things you’ll ever do. Being… — Sophia Amoruso Copy Share
It's definitely hard, it's hard to get into a Monday, it's much easier to work through a weekend and accomplish a lot, but I… — Sophia Amoruso Copy Share Image
“Focus on the positive things in your life and you’ll be shocked at how many more” — Sophia Amoruso Copy Share Image
Create your own job. Become the master of what you do. Fully imerse yourself in your culter. Be humble. You are never above having to pack boxes. Never forget where you came from. And always be polite. Good old-fashioned manners can get you very far. -Jenne Lomardo — Sophia Amoruso Copy Share
“When I put on makeup, I'm not doing it to pander to antiquated patriarchal ideas of feminine beauty. I'm doing it because it makes… — Sophia Amoruso Copy Share Image
I’ve been wondering for a while now if the CEO role is one that I want – and the one that I’m best at. — Sophia Amoruso Copy Share Image
“I’ve learned to make really quick decisions that shape the future in a positive way. One talent that I bring to the table is my ability to insult the clothing. For example, “the colors of those pants look like hospital scrubs” or “the shape of that dress is for a toddler.” This ability has served me well and has probably… — Sophia Amoruso Copy Share
Look at the other side of things even if you know you'll never agree. It creates empathy. — Sophia Amoruso Copy Share Image
