“I am not ashamed of my past; I am not ashamed of my humble beginnings.” — Madam C. J. Walker

My object in life is not simply to make money for myself or to spend it on myself in dressing or running around in an automobile, but I love to use a part of what I make in trying to help others.

I have made it possible for many colored women to abandon the washtub for a more pleasant and profitable occupation.

My advice to every one expecting to go into business is to hit often and hit hard; in other words, strike with all your might.

Don't think that because you have to go down in the wash-tub that you are any less a lady!