We should never let reality interfere with our dreams. Reality can't see what we can see.

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

Leadership is about making people feel safe. When someone feels heard, they feel safe.

What you do simply proves what you believe.

Remember to connect with people now and then. In fact, pick up the phone, right now, and call a friend for no other reason than to say hi.

Pilots, to a large degree, are like salesmen. They have to be confident to be good at their jobs. They have to practice relentlessly and plan out all the scenarios of the things that could happen when they're out there. Nothing is more important than preparation. They are also mighty competitive, both as individuals and as squadrons.

When I present, I cheat. I only talk about things I care about.