Does he or she know you, like you, and trust you? Does he want to see you succeed? Does she want to help you find new business? If so, then you have yourself a 'Personal Walking Ambassador.'

Selling - at its core - is not a business transaction. It is first and foremost the forging of a human connection.

It's not better to give than to receive. It's insane to try to give and not receive.

Living with generosity creates a swelling tide that raises all ships. Not just yours; not just the other person's; everyone's.

Your true value is determined by how much more you give in value than you take in payment.

Unless you are able to influence the way others think and act, your chances for success are limited.

Influence is the ability to move a person to a desired action.