I have the best job on the planet. This is why I came to Edward Jones instead of another Financial firm. We take care of our people. They are our families. I am honored to have my office here in Poulsbo with so many wonderful people.
Ted Jones–the son of Edward D. Jones Sr., founder of the financial-services firm that bears his name–wrote the following response when questioned “Why are you not interested in taking Edward Jones public and becoming a multi-billionaire?”
His rationale is a symbol of the company’s culture that still exists today.
- I am the richest man in America.
- I have a wife who loves me in spite of my faults.
- I have four dogs. Two love only me. One loves everybody. One loves no one, but still is very loyal and follows me everywhere I go on the farm.
- I have a horse I love to ride around the farm, and best of all she comes to me when I call her.
- I have too much to eat and a dry place to sleep.
- I enjoy my business.
- I love my farm and my home.
- I have a few close friends, and money has never been my God.
Edward “Ted” Jones
1925-1990
This is the man who inspires the established process that we follow every day. This quote hangs on my wall and everyday as I walk in it is a reminder of who I am, and who I want to be. This is Edward Jones.
