Most obstacles are inspiration.

I consider a merchant someone who has a certain intuition and instinct, and - very important - knows how to run a business, knows the numbers.

People put 'study abroad' on their resume. I actually like when they don't study abroad because that means they aren't entitled.

Everything has a trend to it; I don't care if it's appliances or engines. I always ask: What has a company done in the past five years that somebody's noticed?

If you don't get trained for your SATs in America today, you are at a disadvantage. Training is expensive and a lot of kids don't get trained, perhaps. So I also identify with the kid or the person who has grown up in environments like I've grown up in.

Good taste shouldn't have to cost anything extra.

People like consistency. Whether it's a store or a restaurant, they want to come in and see what you are famous for.