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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.

So many people who deal with sexual harassment don't have the means to file lawsuits or to get legal representation or legal advice.

Quotes by Tarana Burke

My parents always told me to choose my friends very carefully and I learnt to live by that advice.

Quotes by Tanushree Dutta

The best advice I received came late, and it's this: Don't read the comments section of any story that mentions you!

Quotes by Tamron Hall

I've been able to work with so many people, so I love asking advice from as many as possible.

Quotes by Sydney Sweeney

I can go to foreign countries, but following the advice of the doctors to stay away from dust, I am unable to visit Vidisha, as mostly it comprises of rural areas only.

Quotes by Sushma Swaraj

My No. 1 piece of advice, especially for someone who's an actor-singer-dancer - a triple threat, they're called! - people say, 'What's the most important?' I always say acting. Without knowing why you're singing or what you're singing about, it's...

Quotes by Sutton Foster

I never know how to give advice to a writer because there's so much you could say, and it's hard to translate your own experience. But of course, I always try. The main thing that I usually end up saying...

Quotes by Sue Monk Kidd

I do not deal in any confidential information. What I do is provide advice.

Quotes by Stockwell Day

I've learned more and more on each show that I've done. I've been blessed and I've gotten to work with some very talented actors - James Gandolfini, Treat Williams. I've kind of always asked for advice and tried to take...

Quotes by Steven R. McQueen

People always say, 'Write what you know', but I've always found that to be terrible advice. It's quite limiting, what you know.

Quotes by Steve Toltz

My advice to new artists is to forget about all of this and take acting and dancing lessons and become a video star.

Quotes by Steve Miller

Style advice? Always wear clothes... that are... clean, for starters. An added bonus if it is pressed as well. Unless you are wearing clothes that are supposed to look rumpled.

Quotes by Steve Carell

Pension reforms, like investment advice and automatic enrollment, will strengthen the ability of Americans to save and invest for retirement.

Quotes by Steve Bartlett

My advice to other disabled people would be, concentrate on things your disability doesn't prevent you doing well, and don't regret the things it interferes with. Don't be disabled in spirit as well as physically.

Quotes by Stephen Hawking

Every year, I speak to our new associates and give them this advice, although in my own words. 'This isn't like school,' I tell them, 'where you want to get your hand in the air and give an answer quickly....

Quotes by Stephen A. Schwarzman

In life, you'll often find that having influence and providing sound advice is a good thing, even if it attracts criticism or requires some sacrifice.

Quotes by Stephen A. Schwarzman

Especially around Valentine's Day, it's easy to find advice about sustaining a successful marriage, with suggestions for 'date nights' and romantic dinners for two. But as we spend more and more of our lives outside marriage, it's equally important to...

Quotes by Stephanie Coontz

When we assume that 'normal' people need 'time to heal,' or discourage individuals from making any decisions until a year or more after a loss, as some grief counselors do, we may be giving inappropriate advice. Such advice can cause...

Quotes by Stephanie Coontz

I never help my kids and I never encourage them and I never give them any advice.

Quotes by Stellan Skarsgard

What's funny is that all the artists I've collaborated with, I get this feeling that they want me to win. They're always asking my opinion, always giving me advice.

Quotes by Stefflon Don

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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