Carl Icahn

When you have no one to answer to, vendetta as investment strategy is as legitimate as anything. ”

I'm a cynic about corporate democracy and boards. ”

In 2008, people who invested in hedge funds needed capital badly, but many of the funds would not return their money. However, I gave money back to any investor who requested it. It was the bottom of the market and a pretty tough time. ”

I enjoy the hunt much more than the 'good life' after the victory. ”

Don't go in and tell somebody else how to run their business. ”

You learn in this business: It you want a friend, get a dog. ”

I like winning. There's also a certain joy in it. I feel fulfilled by it. ”