I'm an ambitious person. I mean, if I did that... I would self-destruct, in the sense that the decadence would be too strong an attraction for me. Whether that be in the form of gambling, fast cars, alcohol, drugs, whatever it happens to be... I think the lure of that lifestyle would be too strong.
James PackerMy father used to think the word 'legend' was tossed around far too often. I want to say today that in the opinion of his family, my father was a legend.
James PackerWe need to make sure we have the best people we can in our operations, and that is a constant challenge. There is always room to improve.
James PackerThe last thing I think I am is perfect. I'm just trying to do the best job I can. I'm trying to be the best father I can to my kids. I'm trying to do the best job I can running my business.
James PackerThe history of media is the market share of advertising dollars has followed.. albeit with a lag.
James PackerYou can say on one hand the market is crazy but it's not 1999. People have had their medicine from overexuberance. I find it really interesting that those two businesses, Yahoo! and Google, which are just online advertising businesses, are valued at more than the media behemoths in America.
James Packer