Chanakya, the Indian statesman and philosopher, offered profound insights into governance, diplomacy, and life. His wisdom on success emphasizes practical strategies and ethical conduct. He stressed the importance of education, discipline, and perseverance. Chanakya’s quotes encourage individuals to develop strong leadership qualities, build alliances wisely, and anticipate challenges. His emphasis on decision-making, time management, and understanding human nature provides a timeless guide to achieving success in various spheres of life.

Chanakya Quotes On Success

1. “Before you start some work, always ask yourself three questions – Why am I doing it? What the results might be? Will I be successful?”
— Chanakya

2. “As soon as the fear approaches near, attack and destroy it.”
— Chanakya

3. “There is some self-interest behind every friendship. There is no friendship without self-interests. This is a bitter truth.”
— Chanakya

4. “A person should not be too honest. Straight trees are cut first and honest people are screwed first.”
— Chanakya

5. “The world’s biggest power is the youth and beauty of a woman.”
— Chanakya

6. “Learn from the mistakes of others… you can’t live long enough to make them all yourselves.”
— Chanakya

7. “He who is overly attached to his family members experiences fear and sorrow, for the root of all grief is attachment.”
— Chanakya

8. “Before you start some work, always ask yourself three questions – Why am I doing it? What the results might be? Will I be successful?”
— Chanakya

9. “There is some self-interest behind every friendship. There is no friendship without self-interests. This is a bitter truth.”
— Chanakya

10. “The best way to predict the future is to create it.”
— Chanakya

11. “A person who is overly attached to his family members experiences fear and sorrow, for the root of all grief is attachment.”
— Chanakya

12. “A man is great by deeds, not by birth.”
— Chanakya

13. “The one who has the ability to show anger and yet stay calm, is a master in the art of success.”
— Chanakya

14. “The more you sweat in training, the less you bleed in battle.”
— Chanakya

15. “There is some self-interest behind every friendship. There is no friendship without self-interests. This is a bitter truth.”
— Chanakya

16. “A person should not be too honest. Straight trees are cut first and honest people are screwed first.”
— Chanakya

17. “Before you start some work, always ask yourself three questions – Why am I doing it? What the results might be? Will I be successful?”
— Chanakya

18. “The best way to predict your future is to create it.”
— Chanakya

19. “The only way to get rid of your fears is to face them head-on.”
— Chanakya

20. “A person who is overly attached to his family members experiences fear and sorrow, for the root of all grief is attachment.”
— Chanakya