If we build something great, like we have at Travelers Group so far, a whole host of people benefit.

And when we used to play and fight in the streets in Brooklyn and I would get hurt or something, my mother would always come out and save me. So that sort of postponed the inevitable about getting a good beating, without having somebody to come and save you.

I remember the mentoring experiences of some teachers that I had, like a second term home room teacher in public school that really was very helpful to me.

I would say that my parents were supportive of me.

I think we are a product of all our experiences.

If a person is not willing to make a mistake, you're never going to do anything right.

I believe in treating other people with respect. My style is to speak to people, be available to them and willing to answer their questions. This also means being straightforward and honest with them.