The problem with competition is that it takes away the requirement to set your own path, to invent your own method, to find a new way.

One bad review doesn't ruin my day because I realize what a badge of honor it is to get a bit of criticism at all.

The best way to be missed when you're gone is to stand for something when you're here.

My problem with the search for the badge of real is that it trades your goals and your happiness for someone else's.

Just about every great, brave or beautiful thing in our culture was created by someone who didn't do it for money.

If your project or organization depends on knowing things that other people don't know (but could find out if they wanted to), your days are probably numbered. Ask a travel agent The alternative, while difficult, is obvious. Provide enough non-commodity service and customization that it doesn't matter if the ideas spread. In fact, it will help you when they do.

If you hear my idea but don't believe it, that's not your fault; it's mine. If you see my new product but don't buy it, that's my failure, not yours. If you attend my presentation and you're bored, that's my fault too.