It's not enough to be close to the customer. You've got to be glued to the customer.

The common wisdom is that ... managers have to learn to motivate people. Nonsense. Employees bring their own motivation.

Think about the market, think about the design, and think about who is going to design for that market. Hit the mark.

Quite simply, no matter how hard you try, no matter how "open" you are, you'll end up surrounded by "yes people." It's hard not to believe people who are repeating your own ideas. Resist the temptation.

One size NEVER fits all. One size fits one. Period

You have to stand out if you want to move up.

OPPORTUNITY is not "knocking." It is pounding on your door.