You gain converts by winning at something the existing provider didn't think was so important.

Someone can always do your job a little better or faster or cheaper than you can.

The thing is, the future happens. Every single day, like it or not. Sure, tomorrow is risky, frightening and in some way represents one step closer to the end. But it also brings with it the possibility of better and the chance to do something that matters.

Leaders who set out to give are more productive than leaders who seek to get.

Initiating is really and truly difficult, and that's what leaders do. They see something others are ignoring and they jump on it.

It's rare to find a consistently creative or insightful person who is also an angry person. They can't occupy the same space, and if your anger moves in, generosity and creativity often move out. It's difficult to use revenge or animus to fuel great work.

No niche is too small if it's yours.