Leaders don't look for recognition from others, leaders look for others to recognize.

We pursue exercise even though empirically we see no benefit from the energy we're spending and we're hurting. So empirically we should quit. The why is exactly the same thing. You persist even though there are some short-term stresses and even though there is some uncertainty.

The value of networking is not measured by the number of people we meet but by the number of people we introduce to others.

Because a true sense of purpose is deeply emotional, it serves as a compass to guide us to act in a way completely consistent with our values and beliefs. Purpose does not need to involve calculations or numbers. Purpose is about the quality of life. Purpose is human, not economic.

Work with people who believe what you believe.

When you can wake up in the morning and feel successful whether some end goal is realized or not...THAT is true success.

If you want to achieve anything in this world, you have to get used to the idea that not everyone will like you.