Real persuasion comes from putting more of you into everything you say. Words have an effect. Words loaded with emotion have a powerful effect.

The goal of effective communication should be for listeners to say, 'Me, too!' versus 'So what?'

Nothing is more powerful for your future than being a gatherer of good ideas and information. That's called doing your homework.

Don't take the casual approach to life. Casualness leads to casualties. Seek out the mentors that you need that will lead you to greatness in your field. If you're not willing to learn from others, who are you willing to learn from?

We cannot move casually into a better future. We cannot casually pursue the goal we have set for ourselves. A goal that is casually pursued is not a goal; at best it is a wish, and wishes are little more than self-delusion.

There is no greater leadership challenge than parenting.

One discipline always leads to another discipline.