Do the things that make perfect sense to you, [and] don't be afraid to shout it from the mountain tops just because it's outside the box or against the grain in your industry. More often than not, you're probably going to be right.

Everyday I look in the mirror and make sure I don't pinch myself so I don't wake up. I don't take it for granted. All the time I say: 'Why me?'

I think one of the biggest curses in the U.S. is that we have only two political parties.

There are no shortcuts. You have to work hard, and try to put yourself in a position where if luck strikes, you can see the opportunity and take advantage of it.

In my opinion, right now there's way too much hype on the technologies and not enough attention to the real businesses behind them.

Relaxing is for the other guy.

Once you are prepared and you think you have every angle of preparation covered, you have to go for it.