Empathy for the people you're working with and being aware of their needs...that's the "big kahuna" in managing people.

Take some time to sit down and figure out how your big rival is promoting their brand and plan something smarter and more creative for yours!

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.

In business, you're the Chief Salesman. Create a sense of demand, rather than waiting to have demand.

The most influential factor in selling a home is always price. Don't build 'wiggle room' into the asking price. There's a price war out there and you have to win it from the get-go.

My best successes came on the heels of failures.

People imitate their leader. Lead by example.