Vision comes alive when everyone sees where his or her contribution makes a difference.

It never hurts to toot your own horn once in a while.

Asking for other's guidance helps you see what you may not be able to see. It's always important to check your ego and ask for help.

People who feel good about themselves produce good results.

Empowering means helping teams develop their skills and knowledge and supporting them to use their talents.

I grew up in New England. I think I was brought up with the Puritan ethic: that if you worked really hard in life, then good would come to you. The harder you work, the luckier you get. I've come to believe that it's the smarter you work, the better.

When you touch - don't take. Touch people only when you are giving something - reassurance, support, encouragement, whatever