You just have to decide if you're a Tigger or an Eeyore.

No matter how bad things are, you can always make things worse. At the same time, it is often within your power to make them better

Throughout my academic career, I'd given some pretty good talks. But being considered the best speaker in the computer science department is like being known as the tallest of the Seven Dwarfs.

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

Show gratitude. Gratitude is a simple but powerful thing.

Everyone has to contribute to the common good. To not do so can be described in one word: selfish.

Experience is often the most valuable thing you have to offer.