The most effective way to build a brand is not by spending millions in advertising, but by finding a clever way to keep your name in the press.

People imitate their leader. Lead by example.

I hate entrepreneurs with beautiful business plans.

Your people smarts will prove ten times more valuable than all the book smarts you can't get.

Money is not the only thing that motivates employees. It's about making them happy.

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

Don't you dare underestimate the power of your own instinct. Instinct is a lifesaver for sharks and entrepreneurs alike. Most people can recall times they ignored their gut only to regret it later. Learning to actually listen to your instinct is a great form of self-preservation. It's both incredibly easy and tough at the same time, but worth the effort to master.