Create something, sell it, make it better, sell it some more and then create something that obsoletes what you used to make.

Patience is the art of concealing your impatience.

Writing is one way to achieve enchantment.

Writing a book isn’t an easy process nor is it always enjoyable, but it is one of life’s most satisfying achievements.

Smart, well-meaning people get it wrong when they start believing that the world owes them something and that the rules are different for them.

If you truly don't have competition, then zoom out until you can define some. Competition can be as simple as the reliance on the status quo, Microsoft (since at some point Microsoft will compete with everyone for everything), or researchers in universities. Pick something, because saying you have no competition at all is a nonstarter.

Leverage your brand. You shouldn't let two guys in a garage eat your shorts.