Great things are achieved by talented people who are absolutely convinced that they not only can but will achieve them.

There is a profound difference between information and meaning.

Excellence is a better teacher than mediocrity. The lessons of the ordinary are everywhere. Truly profound and original insights are to be found only in studying the exemplary.

Too many companies believe people are interchangeable. Truly gifted people never are. They have unique talents. Such people cannot be forced into roles they are not suited for, nor should they be. Effective leaders allow great people to do the work they were born to do.

In order to serve its purpose, a vision has to be a shared vision.

Neotony is a metaphor for the quality of life - the gift - that keeps the fortunate of whatever age focused on all the marvelous undiscovered things to come.

Expect the best from your people and they will usually deliver but your expectations must be realistic.