I've learned the number one job of a pro manager is not to win championships but to keep their job.

I create offbeat advice; I don't follow it. I rarely take third-party advice on my investments.

There is very little knowledge that can't be obtained through effort. With knowledge you can determine the state of any business or opportunity and find a course to gain an advantage.

One problem people have is that they lie to themselves. Rarely is talent enough. You have to find ways to make yourself standout. You do so by playing to your strengths and making people aware of those strengths.

Am I crazy to spend [millions] in contracts when I have the chance to get three layers deep into the playoffs?

Perfectionism is the enemy of profitability.

All that matters in business is that you get it right once. Then everyone can tell you how lucky you are.