In New York City, the meek don't inherit the earth. The big mouth does.

The productiveness of any meeting depends on the level of thought given to the agenda in advance, and you should never leave a meeting without writing a follow-up list with each item assigned to one person. And go outside. All the big ideas are on the outside. You'll never have a creative idea at your desk.

I've seen innovation come from something as simple as a resourceful multibillionaire who wanted to make even more money.

I'm never in control of my time during the workday.

Innovation and creativity are the juiciest parts of running a business.

If a house is priced appropriately, make a bid 10 percent below that amount.

I hadn't learned to read by third grade, which wasn't unusual for some kids. I knew something was wrong because I couldn't see or understand the words the way the other kids did. I wasn't the least bit bothered - until I was sent back to the second-grade classroom for reading help after school.