Cornelius Vanderbilt
Cornelius Vanderbilt
Cornelius Vanderbilt, also known informally as "Commodore Vanderbilt", was an American business magnate and philanthropist who built his wealth in railroads and shipping. Born poor and having but a mediocre education, he used perseverance, intelligence and luck to work into leadership positions in the inland water trade, and invest in the rapidly growing railroad industry. He is best known for building the New York Central Railroad...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionEntrepreneur
Date of Birth27 May 1794
CityStaten Island, NY
CountryUnited States of America
Cornelius Vanderbilt quotes about
If I had learned education I would not have had time to learn anything else.
I don't care half so much about making money as I do about making my point, and coming out ahead.
You have undertaken to cheat me. I won't sue you, for the law is too slow. I'll ruin you.
Law! What do I care about the law? Ain't I got the power?
I have been insane on the subject of money-making all my life.
I have always served the public to the best of my ability. Why? Because, like every other man, it is to my interest to do so.
There is no friendship in trade.
I am not afraid of my enemies, but by God, you must look out when you get among your friends.
You have undertaken to cheat me. I won't sue you, for the law is too slow. I will ruin you.
I have been insane on the subject of moneymaking all my life.
What do I care about law? Ain't I got the power?