I find my greatest pleasure, and so my reward, in the work that precedes what the world calls success.

It vexes me greatly that having to earn my living has forced me to interrupt the work and to attend to small matters.

You shall, I question not, find a way to the top if you diligently seek for it; for nature hath placed nothing so high that it is out of the reach of industry and valor.

See for the highest, aim at that highest, and you shall reach the highest.

This fulfils my ambition. I still have my father's robe as Chancellor. I shall be proud to serve you in this splendid office.

I can never be safe; I always try and go against the grain. As soon as I accomplish one thing, I just set a higher goal. That's how I've gotten to where I am.