You don't need a new plan for next year. You need a commitment.

No organization ever created an innovation. People innovate, not companies.

The market ... demands a signal from you that you're serious, powerful, accepted, and safe.

... outsiders are way more likely to approach your organization with fabulous projects if they think they're likely to both get a good reception and succeed when they get to market.

If you need to conceal your true nature to get in the door, understand that you'll probably have to conceal your true nature to keep that job.

Fear is the dream killer, the silent voice that pushes us to lose our passion in a vain attempt to seek safety.

What I learned: Shun nonbelievers. Ignore critics. Do your best for people who want to dance with you.