The story of my billion-dollar business starts like this. I borrowed $1,000 from a friend.

Most great entrepreneurs I know are nothing like the other kids. They're almost like tangent lines - those lines that seem to go nowhere. Nothing connects them, until they get out in the real world. Then they connect just fine.

The power of publicity is more important than advertising.

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.

People imitate their leader. Lead by example.

Shark Tales: How I turned $1,000 into a Billion Dollar Business.

I gave up years ago on the concept that you could actually have balance in your life, I think it's a phantom chase.