One may walk over the highest mountain, one step at a time.
John Wanamaker.
"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" is a common saying that originated from a Chinese proverb. The quotation is from Chapter 64 of the Dao De Jing ascribed to Laozi, although it is also erroneously ascribed to his contemporary Confucius. This saying teaches that even the longest and most difficult ventures have a starting point; something which begins with one first step.
John Wanamaker founded the first department store in United States. It was in Philadelphia. It's still stands, it's now a Macy's. He was the Postmaster General during Benjamin Harrison administration. He was a Republican back when they were the progressive party in the US. He had lots of quotes. [takeyoursuccess.com]