Talent alonewon't make you a success. Neither will being in the right place at the righttime, unless you are ready. The most important question is: 'Are you ready?'

Never ask a barber if you need a haircut.

Don't beafraid of opposition. Remember, a kite rises against, not with, the wind.

Beholdthe turtle. He makes progress only when he sticks his neck out.

Livingwith integrity means: not settling for less than what you know you deserve inyour relationships. Asking for what you want and need from others. Speakingyour truth, even though it might create conflict or tension. Behaving in waysthat are in harmony

Power is a little like alcohol: the faster it is consumed, the more quickly it affects the brain.

Repentance is the attempt of the inner man to return home after wonderful night out

Theeasiest, the most tempting, and the least creative response to conflictwithin an organization is to pretend it does notexist.

Embracingconflict can become a joy when we know that irritation and frustration canlead to growth and fascination.

The true test of intelligence is not how much people know how to do, but how they behave when they don't know what to do.

Conflictis neither good nor bad. Properly managed, it is absolutely vital.

Talkback to your internal critic. Train yourself to recognize and write downcritical thoughts as they go through your mind. Learn why these thoughts areuntrue and practice talking and writing back to them.