Writers' bedtimes vary, but few have been spared the shock of a copy editor's early wake-up call.

Everybody's got an opinion. Leaders are paid to make a decision. The difference between offering an opinion and making a decision is the difference between working for the leader and being the leader.

A harsh reality of newspaper editing is that the deadlines don't allow for the polish that you expect in books or even magazines

Your enthusiasm becomes their enthusiasm; your lukewarm presentation becomes their lukewarm interest in what you're offering.

The minute you step away from the negative people in your life you will instantly see the beauty in your horizon.

Many people erroneously think they have only one chance to succeed, and if they miss that chance, they are doomed to failure. In fact, most people have several opportunities to succeed.

Invest in great relationships, they will pay a lifetime of dividends.