H. Gordon Selfridge Quotes

A collection of quotes by H. Gordon Selfridge.

H. Gordon Selfridge was a famous American retail magnate, born on January 11, 1858, in Ripon, Wisconsin. He revolutionized the retail industry by establishing Selfridges, a renowned department store in London, England in 1909. Selfridge was known for his innovative marketing strategies and introducing various customer-focused initiatives, such as the sale preview, escalators, and window displays. His emphasis on providing exceptional service and creating a luxurious shopping environment led to the store's immense success. Selfridge's entrepreneurial vision and contribution to the retail sector earned him great recognition and his legacy continues to influence the industry to this day.

The boss drives people; the leader coaches them. The boss de

The boss drives people; the leader coaches them. The boss depends on authority; the leader on good will. The boss inspires fear; the leader inspires enthusiasm. The boss says I; The leader says WE. The boss fixes the blame for the breakdown; the leader fixes the breakdown. The boss says, GO; the leader says lets, GO!

H. Gordon Selfridge

Leadership