The fatigue was there, but some people understood that putting it aside was the single most important factor in succeeding.

Not only must you be an artist, must you be generous, and must you be able to see where you can help but you must also be aware. Aware of where your skills are welcomed.

How dare you settle for less when the world has made it so easy for you to be remarkable?

The status quo is persistent and resistant. It exists because everyone wants it to. Everyone believes that what they've got is probably better than the risk and fear that come with change.

It takes three years to be an overnight success, sometimes more.

Every activity worth doing has a learning curve.

You can listen to what people say, sure. But you will be far more effective if you listen to what people do.