One key to learning and success is the willingness to try something new, and feel momentarily incompetent.

If there's time for an emergency, why isn't there time for brilliance, generosity or learning?

People watch what you do more than listen to what you say.

That's your opportunity - to approach your work in a way that generates unique learning and interactions that are worth sharing.

It's not an accident that successful people read more books.

The easiest way to thrive as an outlier is to avoid being one. At least among your most treasured peers. Surround yourself with people in at least as much of a hurry, at least as inquisitive, at least as focused as you are.

Success brings with it the fear of blowing it. With more to lose, there's more pressure not to lose it.