Lucky is where skill meets persistence.

All of the great geniuses of the world were inspired and driven by their desire to enrich the lives of others.

Victims make excuses. Leaders deliver results.

Being humble is cooler than being famous.

The key to a great life lies in shifting your focus from accumulation to contribution. The old saying "He who gathers the most toys wins" needs to be replaced with "He who serves the most prospers". Remember, happiness is the by-product of a life spent adding value to other people's lives.

Cell phones, mobile e-mail, and all the other cool and slick gadgets can cause massive losses in our creative output and overall productivity.

Do a few things at mastery versus many things at mediocrity.