The legendary Circus founder, newspaper publisher and Ringleader, P.T. Barnum is often wrongly quoted as saying “There is a sucker born every minute” when actually, the quote
comes from one of Barnum’s competitors, David Hannum.
Notwithstanding, the highly successful businessman and master marketer, advertiser and publicist is not just known for his traveling circus Barnum & Bailey that eventually joined the Ringling Brothers to form Barnum Bailey and Ringling Brothers circus that still currently tours the world today. The Tufts University benefactor is also known for quite a few other sayings that are inspirational for entrepreneurs, start up founders and generally anyone who wants to advance in business.
In particular, the former mayor of Bridgeport, Connecticut’s words speak to the importance of branding and making sure your brand is accurately presented and shared widely, and acting on opportunity swiftly.
Here are 10 (including above) to inspire you! Enjoy!
“All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players.”
