Never Quotes by John Wanamaker

Any seeming deception in a statement is costly, not only in the expense of the advertising but in the detrimental effect produced upon the…

— John Wanamaker

A man's not doing much until the cause he works for possesses all there is of him. Desire, when harnessed, is power.

— John Wanamaker

When a customer enters my store, forget me. He is king.

— John Wanamaker

Let those who follow me continue to build with the plumb of honor, the level of truth, and the square of integrity, education, courtesy…

— John Wanamaker

Nothing comes merely by thinking about it.

— John Wanamaker

Many persons have an idea that one cannot be in business and lead an upright life, whereas the truth is that no one succeeds…

— John Wanamaker

I cannot too greatly emphasize the importance and value of Bible study - more important than ever before in these days of uncertainties, when…

— John Wanamaker

Confidence! Confidence! Confidence! That is your capital.

— John Wanamaker

No mistake or failure is as bad as to stop and not try again.

— John Wanamaker

Courtesies cannot be borrowed like snow shovels; you must have some of your own.

— John Wanamaker

I learned 30 years ago that it is foolish to scold. I have enough trouble overcoming my own limitations without fretting over the fact…

— John Wanamaker

I know half the money I spend on advertising is wasted, but I can never find out which half.

— John Wanamaker