Every event has a purpose and every setback its lesson. I have realized that failure, whether of the personal, professional or even spiritual kind, is essential to personal expansion. It brings inner growth and a whole host of psychic rewards. Never regret your past. Rather, embrace it as the teacher that it is.

If you want to be deeply respected, deeply respect as many people as possible.

Remember, no matter what you background is and what your current circumstances are, you have the capacity to take action. This is one of the golden threads of humanity - we all have the power to act in a way that will improve the quality of our lives.

Treat people well on your way up and they'll treat you well on your way down.

Every master was once a beginner. Every pro was once an amateur.

Words have power. Use the language of leadership versus the vocabulary of a victim.

To double your income, triple your investment in self-development.