I see myself living by correct principles and accomplishing worthy purposes. One of my favorite quotes is, "The greatest battles of life are fought out every day in the silent chambers of one's own soul." (David O. McKay).

Through imagination, we can visualize the uncredited worlds of potential that lie within us.

In the long run, you can never accomplish a worthy end with an unworthy means.

Self-awareness involves deep personal honesty. It comes from asking and answering hard questions.

Seek to understand rather than be understood.

We may find it convenient to live with the illusion that circumstances or other people are responsible for the quality of our lives, but the reality is that we are responsible-response-able-for our choices.

Unfortunately, too many executives believe the myths about trust. Myths like how trust is soft and is merely a social virtue. The reality is that trust is hard-edged and is an economic driver.