Failed plans should not be interpreted as a failed vision. Visions don't change, they are only refined. Plans rarely stay the same, and are scrapped or adjusted as needed. Be stubborn about the vision, but flexible with your plan.

Once our minds are 'tattooed' with negative thinking, our chances for long-term success diminish.

The best place for a leader isn't always at the top position. It is the place where they can serve the best and add the most value to other people.

Every sailor knows that you can't sail a ship that isn't moving forward, strong leaders understand that to change direction, you first have to create forward progress.

The size of your miracle depends on the size of your problem.

My leadership began to take flight when I allowed myself to press people to change-whether they thanked me or cursed me.

The experience of pain or loss can be a formidably motivating force.