Ray Kroc

McDonald's franchise builder

Modern influential 92 sayings

Sayings by Ray Kroc

Perfection is very difficult to achieve, and perfection was what I was looking for.

1977 — Grinding It Out: The Making Of McDonald's
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I don't believe in luck. I believe in hard work.

1977 — Grinding It Out: The Making Of McDonald's
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I'm not a gambler. I'm a calculated risk-taker.

1977 — Grinding It Out: The Making Of McDonald's
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I was always reaching for the brass ring.

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I'm not interested in being the biggest. I'm interested in being the best.

1977 — Grinding It Out: The Making Of McDonald's
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I always wanted to be my own boss.

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I've always been a very competitive person.

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I'm a great believer in the power of positive thinking.

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I never dreamt of being a millionaire. I just wanted to be successful.

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I'm a firm believer in the American dream.

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I've always been a workaholic.

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I don't believe in giving up.

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I've always been a very determined person.

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I'm a great believer in the power of a good idea.

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I've always tried to be a fair person.

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I'm a big believer in quality.

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I've always been a very hands-on kind of guy.

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I'm a firm believer in customer service.

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I've always tried to be a good listener.

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I'm a big believer in teamwork.

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