J. Paul Getty Quotes

Browse 5 quotes from J. Paul Getty, featuring insights on success, personal growth, leadership, mindset, and achievement.
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Formula for success: rise early, work hard, strike oil.
— J. Paul Getty
In times of rapid change, experience could be your worst enemy.
— J. Paul Getty
Money is like manure. You have to spread it around or it smells.
— J. Paul Getty
The employer generally gets the employees he deserves.
— J. Paul Getty
Buy when everyone else is selling and hold until everyone else is buying.
— J. Paul Getty

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