Perspiration is the best form of differentiation, especially in the creative world.

An idea can only become a reality once it is broken down into organized, actionable elements.

You cannot ignore or completely escape the deeply ingrained short-term reward system within you. But you can become aware of what really motivates you and then tweak your incentives to sustain your long-term pursuits.

Share ownership of your ideas. The more people who lie awake in bed thinking about your idea, the better.

The fact that time is ticking should motivate you to take action on your ideas.

Ideas are worthless if you can’t make them happen.

Most ideas never happen. It's an uphill battle against the status quo and our own tendencies.