I’ve put together some of the most inspiring quotes by David Steward, the billionaire founder and chairman of World Wide Technology (WWT). With a net worth over $11 billion, Steward has built one of the largest Black-owned businesses in America, focusing on technology and diversity. His journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leader in tech highlights the power of faith, hard work, and vision.
These quotes are organized into categories like wealth, leadership, and faith, making it easy for you to find inspiration. We hope they motivate you to pursue your goals. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments.
David Steward is also featured in our list of the Richest Black People in the U.S.
Wealth & Success
- “When I look at this company, I envision a billion-dollar business, and that’s how it’s run.”
- “I’m cashing in on the excitement of making a difference in the world.”
- “Success isn’t just about making money, it’s about building something bigger than yourself.”
- “We have been blessed with substantial opportunities to continue to expand our business globally.”
- “I realized we were going through one of the greatest revolutions that ever hit the history of the world, the information age, and I wanted to be a part of it.”
Leadership & Business
- “It’s all about culture. If you can get the right people with the right mindset, the right core values, and the ability to change on a dime, then you have the ability to invest and do what’s best for the business.”
- “It takes getting the right talent. It takes a lot of patience, investment, passion, and commitment and everyone in the organization must buy into that.”
- “At some point, you have to let go and trust your people. You sow the seed of trust by giving trust.”
- “You want to work with people you like and trust, but sometimes it takes time to build those relationships.”
- “My biggest obligation is to serve the people of this organization, with the best benefits and tools they need to be the best they can be.”
Diversity & Inclusion
- “Investments in diversity are critical for the long-term viability and future competitiveness of WWT.”
- “I don’t know any other leader in this community who is more serious about diversity.”
- “Diversity is not just a nice-to-have; it’s essential for driving innovation and growth.”
- “The generational cycle of people returning to prison has enormous, negative impacts on all Americans, especially the family members of incarcerated people.”
- “By addressing generations of trauma in the Black community, we help people released from prison achieve lasting success for themselves and their families.”
Faith & Values
- “There’s a biblical saying that I truly believe in: ‘To whom much is given, much is required.'”
- “Every day, at the end of the day, I ask myself, ‘Am I living my life worthy of the sacrifice and commitment the people who went before me made on my behalf?'”
- “I am not one to back down when it comes to taking a stand for what I believe.”
- “I love my employees and show them through my actions.”
- “We still live in the greatest country in the world, and God blesses persons of color too.”
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