Private victories precede public victories.

Integrity is conforming reality to our words - in other words, keeping promises and fulfilling expectations.

We judge ourselves by our intentions. And others by their actions.

There are certain things that are fundamental to human fulfillment. The essence of these needs is captured in the phrase 'to live, to love, to learn, to leave a legacy.' The need to leave a legacy is our spiritual need to have a sense of meaning, purpose, personal congruence, and contribution.

Putting first things first means organizing and executing around your most important priorities. It is living and being driven by the principles you value most, not by the agendas and forces surrounding you.

To maintain the P/PC Balance, the balance between the golden egg (production) and the health and welfare of the goose (production capability) is often a difficult judgment call. But I suggest it is the very essence of effectiveness.

Trust is the highest form of human motivation. It brings out the very best in people. But it takes time and patience.