Quote by Jessamyn West
In my time and neighborhood (and in my soul) there was only one st

In my time and neighborhood (and in my soul) there was only one standard by which a woman measured success: did some man want her? – Jessamyn West

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There are two barriers that often prevent communication between the young and their elders. The first is middle-aged forgetfulness of the fact that they themselves are no longer young. The second is youthful ignorance of the fact that the middle aged are still alive. – Jessamyn West

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All business success rests on something labeled a sale, which at least momentarily weds company and customer. – Tom Peters

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Im extremely ambitious. I dont know why people are afraid to say that. I wont sell my soul to the devil, but I do want success and I dont think thats bad. – Jada Pinkett Smith

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I feel true success comes from being able to work and the love for it. – Kiana Tom

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If you wish to be a success in the world, promise everything, deliver nothing. – Napoleon Bonaparte

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Tis so much joy! Tis so much joy! If I should fail, what poverty! And yet, as poor as I Have ventured all upon a throw; Have gained! Yes! Hesitated so this side the victory! – Emily Dickinson

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