We value the clock for its speed and efficiency. The clock has its place, efficiency has its place, after effectiveness. The symbol of effectiveness is the compass a sense of direction, purpose, vision, perspective, and balance. But the empowerment process itself is not efficient.

Once you've found your own voice, the choice to expand your influence, to increase your contribution, is the choice to inspire others to find their voice.

We are not animals. We are not a product of what has happened to us in our past. We have the power of choice.

You have to water the flowers you want to grow.

It's incredibly easy to get caught up in an activity trap, in the busy-ness of life, to work harder and harder at climbing the ladder of success only to discover it's leaning against the wrong wall. It is possible to be busy - very busy - without being very effective.

I try to exercise regularly every day, if I can. It renews you and it gives you more balance in your life. This is a key leverage point.

What difference would a clear vision of my principles, values, and ultimate objectives make in the way I spend my time?