Facts are neutral until human beings add their own meaning to those facts. People make their decisions based on what the facts mean to them, not on the facts themselves. The meaning they add to facts depends on their current story … facts are not terribly useful to influencing others. People don’t need new facts—they need a new story.

The greatest competitive advantage is to allow your employees to be part of something. Something bigger than what you're doing.

Keep it simple: own as little as you can get away with, schedule everything, keep a notebook, don't let technology enslave you.

TOMS didn't have to focus on advertising, but on giving in a way that's sustainable.

Instead of squirreling away your earnings early in your career, spend on experiences that will enrich your life - like diving with great white sharks. It can expose you to influential people who could open doors for you.

The most important things are actually the easiest to obtain: great friends, good food, and a decent bottle of wine.

Giving is what fuels us. Giving is our future.