Five years after I started CD Baby, when it was a big success, the media said I had revolutionized the music business. But 'revolution' is a term that people use only when you're successful. Before that, you're just a quirky person who does things differently.

It's only a little difficult to say no. You've got to believe that the work you're doing is ultimately more useful to the world.

Business is not about money. It's about making dreams come true for others and for yourself.

The most brilliant idea, with no execution, is worth $20. The most brilliant idea takes great execution to be worth $20,000,000.

In the end, it's about what you want to be, not what you want to have.

It was the first follower that transformed the lone nut into a leader.

You can't please everyone, so proudly exclude people.