We expect others to act rationally even though we are irrational.
Crackpot is an excellent job because the expectations are so low. No one ever tells crackpots that they should be doing more.
If you want success, figure out the price, then pay it.
Decisions are made by people who have time, not people who have talent.
Dance like it hurts. Love like you need money. Work when people are watching. -- Dogbert's Motto
If you spend all your time arguing with people who are nuts, you'll be exhausted and the nuts will still be nuts.