The primary ingredient for progress is optimism. The unwavering belief that something can be better drives the human race forward.

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

People don't buy what you do; they buy why you do it and what you do simply proves what you believe.

I never imagined I'd write a book.

Authenticity is about imperfection. And authenticity is a very human quality. To be authentic is to be at peace with your imperfections. The great leaders are not the strongest, they are the ones who are honest about their weaknesses. The great leaders are not the smartest; they are the ones who admit how much they don't know. The great leaders can't do everything; they are the ones who look to others to help them. Great leaders don't see themselves as great; they see themselves as human.

No matter when or where, always bring your 'A' game, because you never know when it will open doors for you.

If you help one person in the room, you're an abject failure. You have to change something.