English proverb or idiom for 'If you have means, you can do any thing you like.'

If you have means, you can do any thing you like. This phrase means that if we have money, we can implement our plans or start doing something productive.

Also, it money is used in a generic sense here. It could broadly mean the necessary resources. Also, I am looking for something that implies a positive tone.

What is the English equivalent proverb or idiom for this one?


Money talks.
Fig. Money gives one power and influence to help get things done or get one's own way.
Don't worry. I have a way of getting things done. Money talks.
I can't compete against rich old Mrs. Jones. She'll get her way because money talks.

McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.


From Thucydides (460 - 400 BC)

the strong do what they can and the weak suffer what they must.