I had no idea when I went to college what I'd be doing. I took organic chemistry and did terribly, but I was good in English and art. I took many courses and participated in as many activities as I could. I learned a lot about every single thing.

Our passion is and should always be to make life better.

The more you adapt, the more interesting you are.

I don't think there's any company that has the same tools as Martha Stewart Living does, and people know that. They really love the tools and, if you have the tools, you can pretty much do the craft.

I have cotton or flannel sheets, depending on the weather. They have to be ironed, and I get my bed changed nearly every day.

I try to seek out and surround myself with people who just percolate fresh, original, and creative ideas.

I admire the courage and self-reliance it takes to start your own business and make it succeed.