The capacity for "uncontaminated wonder," ultimately, is what distinguishes the successful from the ordinary, the happily engaged players of whatever era from the chronically disappointed and malcontent. Therein lies a lesson for geeks, geezers, and the sea of people who fall in between.

Successful leadership is not about being tough or soft, sensitive or assertive, but about a set of attributes. First and foremost is character

Around the world, the generals are being ousted, and the poets are taking charge.

While great leaders may be as rare as great runners, great actors, or great painters, everyone has leadership potential, just as everyone has some ability at running, acting, and painting.

Just as no great painting has ever been created by a committee, no great vision has ever emerged from the herd.

The future has no shelf life

Those who take risks walk the high wire with no fear of falling.