Remember that if you don’t prioritize your life someone else will.

Done right, a strategic intent is really one decision that makes 1,000 decisions.

I'd rather be honest and lose than be dishonest and win

There should be no shame in admitting to a mistake; after all, we really are only admitting that we are now wiser than we once were.

The word priority was singular for 500 years—what does priorities mean—'many many first things.'

Essentialism: only once you give yourself permission to stop trying to do it all, to stop saying yes to everyone, can you make your highest contribution towards the things that really matter.

One of the best ways to seed an opportunity is to allow someone to discover the opportunity for him- or herself.