Men in Business

May 28, 2014

12:25 PM

Berks is home to many talented and respected men working in all kinds of businesses and organizations. From creative entrepreneurs to corporate professionals and compassionate nonprofit directors, some of the county’s best businessmen are profiled in the following guide.

And as we know, success in business is often precipitated by motivation and hard work. To that end, we offer up some inspirational quotes from some other well-known men in business.

Chase the vision, not the money; the money will end up following you.” —Tony Hsieh, Zappos CEO

Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do.” —Steve Jobs, Apple Inc. co-founder, chairman and CEO

Always look for the fool in the deal. If you don’t find one, it’s you.” —Mark Cuban, AXS TV chairman and entrepreneur

I knew that if I failed I wouldn’t regret that, but I knew the one thing I might regret is not trying.” —Jeff Bezos, Amazon founder and CEO

What do you need to start a business? Three simple things: know your product better than anyone, know your customer, and have a burning desire to succeed.”—Dave Thomas, Wendy’s founder

Your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning.” —Bill Gates, Microsoft co-founder