Stephen A. Schwarzman Quotes

I like to be straightforward with whatever I'm doing, whether it's basketball, whether it's meeting someone, whatever it is.

I say what I think and I think what I say.

I know what I believe, I know what I want to do, and I'm just comfortable saying it, and laying it out there.

I enjoy people who aren't afraid to say what they mean. It makes life so much easier!

I say what I mean. I don't speak in code. That's why I am a star and ace communicator.

Say what you say plainly, and then take responsibility for it

I'm not afraid to say what I feel.

I think there is a misconception that being open and honest and saying what it is you want is something we should be embarrassed about. But that's just not me. I am a very honest person. I always tell somebody what I am looking for, and I don't want people to waste my time, basically.

You can't say you want things to be simple and then in the next breath ask me to be honest.

You've got to say what you mean and mean what you say...Doubt in your voice is an open door people will shove right through.

You shouldn't need an excuse or a way to ease out.

I'm not scared about saying what I think.

I think that a man should not be shy; you should say what you really think and feel - put it out there.

I don't want to be mysterious.

I'm different, and my manner invites questions. I'm never afraid to answer.

There's nothing I'm embarrassed about.

In saying what is obvious, never choose cunning. Yelling works better.

I'm a huge believer in clarity.

I have a strong personality, and I say what I think.

I say what I think, and I stand behind what I say.

I'm tired of defending my character. I am what I am. What you see is what you get.

When somebody asks me a question, I try to be as straightforward about it as possible. I try not to overthink what I'm going to say in an interview.

Because I'm not trying to throw people any curves.

I'm never scared to ask a question or state the obvious, y'know.

I've always been me. I've always been very direct and have told the truth and have been very willing to stand up and speak out.