When we're connected to others, we become better people.

Brick walls are there for a reason. The brick walls aren't there to keep us out. The brick walls are there to show us how badly we want things.

Too many people go through life complaining about their problems. I've always believed that if you took one tenth the enrgy you put into complaining and applied it to solving the problem, you'd be surprised by how well things can work out.

Be good at something. It makes you valuable. Have something to bring to the table, because that will make you more welcome.

Luck is indeed where preparation meets opportunity.

Sometimes, all you have to do is ask.

A lot of people want a shortcut. I find the best shortcut is the long way, which is basically two words: work hard.