But this is a remarkable egg, an egg worth talking about, an egg worth crossing the street for, an egg worth writing about.

The purpose of an elevator pitch is to describe a situation or solution so compelling that the person you're with wants to hear more even after the elevator ride is over.

Acknowledge to yourself that the factory job is dead. Having a factory job is not a natural state. It wasn't at the heart of being human until very recently. We've been culturally brainwashed.

The way you feel about giving money to good causes has a lot to do with the way you feel about money.

Saying 'no' or even 'stop' is the hallmark of the professional you want on your team.

If it's worth doing, it's worth doing well.

... 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.