If you don't go far enough back in memory or far enough ahead in hope, your future will be impoverished.

If you don't go far enough back in memory or far enough ahead in hope, your future will be impoverished.

The depths of the Depression. You didn't ask what the job was, what the pay was, you didn't ask about stock options, or - you said yes

The only meaningful contact is one that involves a genuine, giving personal interaction. You may want another person to help you in business, but you must also be willing to help him and to spend time getting to know his interests and needs... It has to be real and heartfelt, or it's best not to try to establish the relationship at all.

I grew up poor. I never had any money. I was a hobo, you know, ride the freights

And keep a sense of humor. It doesn't mean you have to tell jokes. If you can't think of anything else, when you're my age, take off your clothes and walk in front of a mirror. I guarantee you'll get a laugh.

If anything is worth trying at all, it's worth trying at least 10 times.