I would never find myself or unlikely to find myself in a room where I have a skeptic who brought me in. But I very often am in a situation somebody who's there who didn't invite me was a skeptic. That happens all the time.

If we don't give things a try, nothing will get off the ground.

Pure pragmatism can't imagine a bold future. Pure idealism can't get anything done. It is the delicate blend of both that drives innovation.

I think most people are inherently interested in how their brain works, in what makes them tick.

I find, when you're an optimist, life has a funny way of looking after you.

When we help ourselves, we find moments of happiness. When we help others, we find lasting fulfillment.

Leadership is not about being in charge. Leadership is about taking care of those in your charge.