Quality effective leaders have the confidence to trust others to try, succeed, and sometimes to fail.

I don't enjoy eating humble pie; it never tastes good. But I do appreciate it when it happens.

There are only two ways to influence human behavior: you can manipulate it or you can inspire it.

Great leaders must have two things: a vision of the world that does not yet exist and the ability to communicate that vision clearly.

The Democrats' response throughout the healthcare debate? Give the people more statistics.

If you want to be a great leader, remember to treat all people with respect at all times. For one, because you never know when you'll need their help. And two, because it's a sign you respect people, which all great leaders do.

Optimists focus on the place they are going. Pessimists focus on the obstacles along the route. To become an optimist simply look ahead.