Women are called difficult and tough when (1) we negotiate the best deal, (2) we are perfectionists in doing our job, (3) we are willing to work harder and longer than men are willing to, and (4) when we question anything - anything - that someone else is doing, particularly if that someone is a man.

Just because you made a mistake doesn't mean you are a mistake.

Nine times out of ten you take the first step in creating your own universe by picking up the phone.

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.

Success is the process of not accepting failure.

A man who isn't generous with his money isn't generous with his love and affection.

Real guts are nothing more than developing your inner voice to the point where it is louder and stronger than the voice of your fear.