Decisions are more apt to be accepted when you've listened to suggestions first. I wanted them to see the reason behind what I asked of them, not to do things just because I said so.

With the experience to judge, one need not pre-judge.

You can't let praise or criticism get to you. It's a weakness to get caught up in either one.

The best competition I have is against myself to become better

There is no more powerful leadership tool than your own personal example.

Being a role model is the most powerful form of educating...too often fathers neglect it because they get so caught up in making a living they forget to make a life.

A mentor must always guide, never push. It was my job to listen to them, offer my perspective, and encourage them to pursue the ideals they believed to be true.