With fools, there is no companionship. Rather than to live with men who are selfish, vain, quarrelsome, and obstinate, let a man walk alone.

It's better to hang out with people better than you. Pick out associates whose behavior is better than yours and you'll drift in that direction.

Every action in company ought to be with some sign of respect to those present.

No one's better than me. I'm not better than anyone. Whether it's Eric Clapton or BB King we look straight at each other. And that keeps it real.

Spend time with people who know how to use their days well. Just as iron sharpens iron, positive people will inspire you to be positive.

Always try to associate yourself closely with and learn as much as you can from those who know more than you, who do better than you, who see more clearly than you. Apart from the rewards of friendship, the association might pay off at some unforeseen time - that is only an accidental byproduct. The important thing is that the learning will make you a better person.