There are two kinds of pride, both good and bad. 'Good pride' represents our dignity and self-respect. 'Bad pride' is the deadly sin of superiority that reeks of conceit and arrogance.

A leader's ability to convey confidence and his ability to communicate effectively are similar.

Leaders are less interested in their position and more interested in their positive impact on others.

The happiest people are those who have harvested their time in others. The unhappiest people are those who wonder how the world is going to make them happy.

What is your legacy? Are you intentional about the sort of influence you want to have on the world around you? Being aware of how you want to be remembered gives you a perspective on what is truly important. Leadership is influence, and relationships are the foundation of leadership. Nothing is more predictive of your legacy than the quality of people you surround yourself with.

The company owner doesn't need to win. The best idea does.

Each person we meet has the potential to teach us something.