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Know the Tricks of the Trade from the Undisputed King of Business: Jack Ma Jack Ma has written several pages of success stories that will remain etched in the hearts and minds of the people

By Bhavya Kaushal

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Jack Ma is a name that inspires like no one else in today's time. From humble beginnings to raising a business empire worth billions, his tales of overcoming failures and bouncing back from defeats is a well-known one. Here are 10 quotes to acquire some business and success acumen from the business tycoon.

"When I am myself, I am happy and have a good result."

"Never give up. Today is hard, tomorrow will be worse but the day after tomorrow will be sunshine."

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"Life is so short, so beautiful. Don't be serious about work. Enjoy the lives."

"Opportunity lies in the place where the complaints are."

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"A leader should have higher grit and tenacity, and be able to endure what the employees can't."

"I don't want people (in China) to have deep pockets but shallow minds."

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"Never ever compete on prices, instead compete on services and innovation."

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"If the customer loves you, the government will have to love you."

"You've got to make your team have value, innovation, and vision."

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"The dark days at Alibaba": "If you don't give up, you still have a chance. And when you are small, you have to be very focused and rely on your brain, not your strength."

Bhavya Kaushal

Former Features Writer

I am a work-in-progress writer and human being. An English graduate from Delhi University, writing is my passion and currently, I was Entrepreneur India's start-up reporter. I love covering start-ups and weaving their stories into unforgettable tales with the power of ink! 
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