I cannot remember a moment in my life when I have not felt the love of my family. We were a family that would have killed for each other - and we still are.

We all know about the big world conflicts: Israel and Palestine, Zimbabwe, and so on. But there are smaller conflicts that aren't even on the world's radar screen; most of the world has no idea that Ethiopia invaded Somalia a year ago. It makes sense for the Elders to sit down with both sides and see whether leaders can come to an understanding.

The companies that look after their people are the companies that do really well. I'm sure we'd like a few other attributes, but that would be the most important one.

Run lean; avoid unnecessary expenses.

I have always been a huge believer in the inestimable value good mentoring can contribute to any nascent business

Red tape will often get in your way. It's one of the reasons I often carry scissors!

If you don't make bold moves, the world doesn't move forward.