My role in life is that of the grain of sand to the oyster-it irritates the oyster and out comes a pearl.

It is the individual's ability to deal with the unexpected that characterizes the difference between success and failure.

Punishing honest mistakes stifles creativity. I want people moving and shaking the earth and they're going to make mistakes.

If you see a snake, just kill it - don't appoint a committee on snakes.

Anything that is excellent or praiseworthy stands moment by moment on the cutting edge and must be constantly fought for. Well placed priorities always sit on the edge.

Most people give up just when they're about to achieve success. They quit on the one yard line. They give up at the last minute of the game one foot from a winning touchdown.

Most people give up just when they're about to achieve success.