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Advice Quotes

On giving it, taking it, and knowing when it's worth following.

This page collects quotes about advice in its many forms—skincare routines that go too far, the catch behind a free legal consultation, and mentors who talk instead of truly showing up. See our best quotes for related themes.

I'm not going to give President Bush any advice. He knows. He knows what I think.

Quotes by Jose Maria Aznar

My only advice is, follow your dream and do whatever you like to do the most. I chose journalism because I wanted to be in the places where history was being made.

Quotes by Jorge Ramos

A piece of advice always contains an implicit threat, just as a threat always contains an implicit piece of advice.

Quotes by Jose Bergamin

I wrote a novel, Ghost Road Rules, and as soon as it was done and polished, I began reaching out to agents. I ignored the frequent advice to 'shoot low and try for a low-level agent because they're the only...

Quotes by Jonathan Maberry

When I was in middle school, the librarian there was secretary for a couple of groups of professional writers. She introduced me to Ray Bradbury and Richard Matheson, and I became very friendly with them over a period of two...

Quotes by Jonathan Maberry

I mean, I try to say the right things and give the right advice. But still, I'm only a person.

Quotes by Jonathan Brandis

When I get asked for advice for a young person starting in the music business, I tell them, 'Play every chance you get, and be real lucky.'

Quotes by Johnny Gimble

My job is to give the president and secretary of defense military advice before they know they need it.

Quotes by John W. Vessey, Jr.

Often, what I tell a new CEO asking for advice, or one of my own new leaders, is the two most important decisions that your team is going to watch is the first person you hire and the first person...

Quotes by John T. Chambers

I've never directed anything before 'Mad Men,' so I don't feel I have any advice for the other directors.

Quotes by John Slattery

No one wants advice - only corroboration.

John Steinbeck

You know how advice is. You only want it if it agrees with what you wanted to do anyway.

John Steinbeck

If your manager is one that isn't engaged with your career development by offering frequent advice and guidance, it's time to look for greener pastures.

Quotes by John Rampton

I used to take five or six books away and bring five or six books back. Nobody gave me direction or advice and I read much in the way that a boy might watch television.

Quotes by John McGahern

The advice I would give to young players is always give St Mirren an opportunity.

Quotes by John McGinn

An extreme optimist is a man who believes that humanity will probably survive even if it doesn't take his advice.

Quotes by John McCarthy

When the Miz came in, most of the hazing was me working. Me on the mic, me talking to him. I gave him as much advice as I possibly could because I thought he had the ability to be a...

Quotes by John Layfield

It is plain that, when it comes to inferior officers, Congress itself can pass a law sending these nominees to the President with him having the authority to put them on the bench without the advice and consent of the...

Quotes by John Jay Hooker

The Constitution gives the president the power to appoint, upon the advice and consent of a majority of the Senate, and it plainly does not give a minority of senators any right to interfere with that process.

Quotes by John Jay Hooker

To offer a man unsolicited advice is to presume that he doesn't know what to do or that he can't do it on his own.

Quotes by John Gray

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of advice do these quotes cover?
This mix covers a skincare routine tip, a witty comparison about legal advice and advertising, a classic line about financial advice on Wall Street, and a critique of shallow mentoring advice given to kids.
Is there a quote about skincare advice?
Yes: "Women will use a glycolic acid cleanser, then an AHA/BHA serum, then a retinol night cream and sure, they have glowing skin, but that's the equivalent of a mini-peel each night."
Is there a well-known quip about getting financial advice on Wall Street?
Yes: "Wall Street is the only place that people ride to in a Rolls Royce to get advice from those who take the subway."
Does a quote criticize how mentoring programs give advice to kids?
Yes: "So many organizations have a mentoring arm, but they don't really do it. Their idea of mentoring a kid is giving them general advice. But what they need to do is read with children."
Where can I find more quotes about wisdom and advice?
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