Inspiring words by inspiring people can have an immediate impact on our perspective and keep us motivated. They remind us that every entrepreneur faces similar obstacles and success comes from the ability to overcome them. Being inspired is crucial when it comes to pursuing our goals. We’ve gathered a selection of inspiring quotes from some of the most successful business leaders and politicians in Malaysia.
Tunku Abdul Rahman, Former Prime Minister of Malaysia
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“We are all Malaysians. This is the bond that unites us. Let us always remember that unity is our fundamental strength as a people and as a nation.”
Tun Dr. Mahathir, 4th and 7th Prime Minister of Malaysia
“Knowledge has always been power and wealth.”
Robert Kuok, Malaysian Business Magnate
“Wealth should be used for two main purposes. One: for the generation of greater wealth. Two: part of your wealth should be applied to the betterment of mankind.”
Dr. Maszlee bin Malik, Chairman of the International Institute of Advanced Islamic Studies
“Kindness is a part of human nature – this is what we have forgotten in our education system.”
Lim Goh Tong, Founder of Genting Group
“Do good to others; you will be rewarded somehow. Learn to give first, and receive later.”
Anwar Ibrahim, Current Prime Minister of Malaysia
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“What we need is both soul and excellence. It is not enough to have soul but no excellence or excellence and no soul,”
Tan Sri Quek Leng Chan, Executive Chairman of Hong Leong Group Malaysia
“You only have to do a few things right in your life so long as you don’t do too many things wrong.”
Dr Wan Azizah Dr Wan Ismail, Member of the House of Representatives of Malaysia
“Each of us is carving a stone, erecting a column, or cutting a piece of stained glass in the construction of something much bigger than ourselves.”
Teh Hong Piow, Founder of Public Bank Berhad
“No one has a crystal ball that can tell you whether you will succeed or not. But you can control how you handle those around you and their impact on your goals,”
Khairy Jamaluddin, Former Minister of Health of Malaysia
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“21st Century Asia is a continent with values where there is a diversity of culture, religion, ethnicity and language that is viewed as an asset, and not a liability.”
Vincent Tan, Founder of Berjaya Corporation Berhad
“If you only see dark clouds, you must look at the silver linings. Malaysia can continue to do well. You must look at the positives.”
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