People of influence understand the incredible value of becoming a good listener.

Growth demands a temporary surrender of security. It may mean giving up familiar but limiting patterns, safe but unrewarding work, values no longer believed in, and relationships that have lost their meaning.

If you want to make a positive impact, no matter how far-reaching, start at home. Treat your family members like treasures.

It takes a lot of people to create a success. That's why I say that few leaders are successful unless a lot of people want them to be.

I want to make a difference with people who want to make a difference, doing something that makes a difference.

Disappointment is the gap that exists between expectation and reality.

If you want to become a better listener, however you need to learn to direct that energy and attention positively by concentrating on the person you're with.