If you lack initiative, recognize that the problem comes from the inside, not from others. Determine why you hesitate to take action. Does risk scare you? Are you discouraged by past failures? Do you not see the potential that opportunity offers? Find the source of your hesitation, and address it. You won't be able to move forward on the outside until you can move forward on the inside.

A great leader has the ability to instill within his people confidence in themselves.

Reaching the top is a monumental achievement, but remaining there may be the most spectacular feat of all.

Failing forward is the ability to get back up after you've been knocked down, learn from your mistake, and move forward in a better direction.

I have found progress, personal growth, and new and exciting opportunities in my failure. I've grown more comfortable with the fact that in certain circumstances, I'm the person in the room who knows the least about what's going on.

If you want to attract people, you need to be like people you enjoy being with.

Good character improves every aspect of a person’s life.