What separates the winners from the losers is that winners are able to handle problems and crises that they never imagined would occur. You hit the floor, but what counts is how fast you can get up and regroup. Failure is simply part of the equation.

Reality is the only place you can deal from. If you're still worrying about the way things should be, you haven't even approached the starting line.

Everyone wants a hug and kiss. It translates into any language.

In our family, being powerful means you never, ever apologize for being a woman.

Failure may be just a step toward your eventual goal.

You run a major risk when you assume that you alone have all the answers: You don't, and that's okay. You don't have to be afraid to admit there are certain things you either don't like to do or aren't any good at. You reach a goal by covering all your bases, and you cover all your bases by hiring good people.

Swallowing your pride isn't lethal. It might upset your stomach for a few minutes, but the ultimate result may be the life of your dreams. And that's a result that's worth every rejection you encounter.