Minds are like parachutes-not much good unless they are open.

You'll never please everyone, but you only have to please a few people to get an offer.

Surrounding yourself with creative, imaginative people is a good strategy for success whether you're an entrepreneur seeking innovation or an artist looking for inspiration.

It doesn't matter how much milk you spill as long as you don't lose the cow.

Too often, sales reps simply regurgitate their presentations and expect to land the sale. It doesn't work.

You don't need a big close, as many sales reps believe. You risk losing your customer when you save all the good stuff for the end. Keep the customer actively involved throughout your presentation, and watch your results improve.

It's nice to be important, but more important to be nice. You don't know who your top customers will be five years from now or where you will be in 10 years. You may have a fancy title, but you will always need help from the people around you.