I think of my business and investments as extension of my family.

All the best things that happened to me happened after I was rejected. I knew the power of getting past no.

Figure out what past efforts amounted to nothing and label them your "not to do" list. Post the list where you'll see it.

I did everything in my power to give my brokers brand identity and clout in the market. I saw my job as parent to build them up and if I took care of them, then they would take care of their customer.

Don't you dare underestimate the power of your own instinct.

I was well motivated. What I wanted to do was work for myself. I had twenty two jobs before I started my business at the age of twenty three and I didn't want one more boss telling me what to do. So I was motivated simply because I didn't want a boss.

I don't invest anymore in entrepreneurs who don't have charisma.