Thomas J. Stanley
Thomas J. Stanley
Thomas J. Stanley was an American writer and business theorist. He is the author and co-author of several award winning books on America's wealthy, including the New York Times’ best sellers The Millionaire Next Door and The Millionaire Mind. He served as chief advisor to Data Points, a company founded based on his research and data. He received a doctorate in business administration from the University of Georgia. He was on the faculty of the University at Albany, State University...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionWriter
CountryUnited States of America
Wealth is what you accumulate, not what you spend.
I am not impressed with what people own. But I’m impressed with what they achieve. I’m proud to be a physician. Always strive to be the best in your field…. Don’t chase money. If you are the best in your field, money will find you.
Money should never change one’s values…. Making money is only a report card. It’s a way to tell how you’re doing.
Most people have it all wrong about wealth in America. Wealth is not the same as income. If you make a good income each year and spend it all, you are not getting wealthier. You are just living high. Wealth is what you accumulate, not what you spend.
Good health, longevity, happiness, a loving family, self-reliance, fine friends … if you [have] five, you’re a rich man….
Whatever your income, always live below your means.
Wealth is more often the result of a lifestyle of hard work, perseverance, planning, and, most of all, self-discipline.