I don’t have a problem if somebody who has never met me wants to say that I wouldn’t be where I was today without my family because you know what? They may be right. – Ivanka Trump
I wanted to be a businesswoman from as early as I can remember, and specifically, my real passion was real estate. – Ivanka Trump
It’s interesting, but because I have my own collection, I actually almost never purchase jewelry unless it’s sort of playful, whimsical pieces that are more fashion, a little less investment-oriented. Most of my personal jewelry collection is from my own collection. The pieces that get layered in tend to be gifts from my husband. – Ivanka Trump
There’s nothing I have more of in my closet than little white dresses. They’re versatile and elegant, but sexy in a feminine way. And then I’ll have a bit more fun with accessories – like a pair of neon sandals. – Ivanka Trump
The hardworking men and women of this country identify with my father. He is tough, and he is persevering. He is honest, and he is real. He’s an optimist, and he’s a relentless believer in America and all of her potential. He loves his family, and he loves his country with his heart and his soul. – Ivanka Trump
You really don’t need to study how to change a diaper. As a new mom, you learn pretty darn quickly! – Ivanka Trump
I spend a lot of time building teams at both businesses – both The Trump Organization and my own – and thinking about who to hire to supplement the team and allow us to best achieve our goals. – Ivanka Trump
When I bid out our construction projects, I call contractors personally to close the deal and get the best price or enhance the scope of their deliverable. You don’t get what you don’t ask for. – Ivanka Trump
A timeless piece of jewelry, like pearls or stud earrings, has lasting value. I bought a vintage ring for $600 with my first paycheck; I plan to pass it down to my daughter. – Ivanka Trump
I don’t own a blow-dryer – I don’t know how to use it. Most mornings, I walk to work with my hair wet. – Ivanka Trump
Know what you want to achieve prior to starting to negotiate. It’s the golden rule but the one most people fail to heed. Without a plan, you allow the opposing party to define your goals instead of the other way around. – Ivanka Trump
I’m not saying that if you’re working at home, raising a family, that’s not work. I want to disrupt the narrative around what it means to be a woman who works. The whole point of my brand is that women should be architecting the lives they want to live. – Ivanka Trump
Usually, if I can’t fall asleep, you will find me catching up on a good book or zoning out with an episode of ‘The Real Housewives.’ I always have a couple books on my bedside table in various stages of completion. – Ivanka Trump
I’ll take the stairs instead of the elevator, or when I’m on a phone call, I’ll do squats or pace the room when I’m talking. We’re modern women! We have to figure out how to make it work, right? – Ivanka Trump
The way my father raised me was really informative of how I think about my role as a female and how I view myself in a professional and personal capacity. So he encouraged me to set the bar very high for myself, to set great goals for myself. – Ivanka Trump
As president, my father will take on the bold and worthy fights. He will be unafraid to set lofty goals, and he will be relentless in his determination to achieve them. – Ivanka Trump
I’ve started ordering out of teen catalogues! T-shirts, little coats, and jackets for around $35 – they’re amazing. I’ve become a really big fan of Urban Outfitters, Alloy and Anthropologie. Because I’ll pay for quality, but I will not just pay for trend. Psychologically, I have trouble with that. – Ivanka Trump
The reality is I have a closet full of shoes that I don’t wear because they are not comfortable, and I am not going to be hobbling between meetings. There’s nothing that ruins an entrance like somebody who’s uncomfortable in their shoes. – Ivanka Trump
My mother taught me to appreciate a good drugstore beauty aisle. I regularly use Aquaphor, Chap Stick, Purpose Face Soap, and Aveeno body moisturizer. – Ivanka Trump
Practice negotiating, and hone your style and skills with low-consequence transactions. Call the phone company and threaten to switch providers if they won’t give you a better deal on your service going forward. Go to a boutique and ask for a discount. – Ivanka Trump
Honestly, I have a tendency to date dorks. Which means that a lot of times, I date guys that no one else would deem to be a hunk. – Ivanka Trump
I have a tough skin and enough confidence not to worry too much about being underestimated because of my last name, my relative youth, or my modeling background. It comes with the territory. – Ivanka Trump
I’m not going to advocate for a female leader who I’m voting for solely on the basis of gender. And I think a lot of people feel that way. – Ivanka Trump
I’m always running up and down buildings or around 800-acre properties for work – you can’t do that in heels or flip-flops! – Ivanka Trump
It’s always a huge red flag for me when somebody’s reticent or reluctant or a little slow in providing thoughtful references that are a testament to them as a person and their professional accomplishments. – Ivanka Trump
