Keep Your Word Quotes

“Here’s the thing about values: You have to use words to identify them, but they won’t create true value for you unless they turn into consistent behaviors.”

“The man who fails to give fair service during the hours for which he is paid is dishonest. The man who is not willing to give more than this is foolish.”

“I have been public on this, and I firmly, firmly believe that this notion of accountability for what you promise as a leader is as important as your integrity.”

“Never do anything if it means you can’t sleep at night.”

“All you have in business is your reputation - so it’s very important that you keep your word.”

“Dishonesty is like a boomerang. About the time you think all is well, it hits you in the back of the head.”

“Though negotiations are a rough game, you should never allow them to become a dirty game. Once you’ve agreed to a deal, don’t back out of it unless the other party fails to deliver as promised. Your handshake is your bond. As far as I’m concerned, a handshake is worth more than a signed contract.”

“Writing a check separates a commitment from a conversation.”

“When you want to help people, you tell them the truth. When you want to help yourself, you tell them what they want to hear.”

“Deception is one of the quickest ways to gain little things and lose big things.”

“We should be as careful of our words as of our actions.”

“We don’t believe a liar even when he tells the truth.”

“A good man will not lie, although it be for his profit.”

“The superior man acts before he speaks, and afterwards speaks according to his action.”

“He who speaks without modesty will find it difficult to make his words good.”