A lion's greater talents are revealed in the jungle, not in the circus.

The spirit of excellence exorcises the demon of mediocrity.

Stars shine on us, but talent shines in us.

Failure is your best asset, complacency is your worst liability, and talent is your greatest capital.

Genius is talent set on fire.

It is impossible for a star to shine and not get noticed, even in the dark.

Talent is like a little seed; when nurtured, it will flourish.

Skill gives you legs to jog, talent gives you legs to run, brilliance gives you legs to sprint, but genius gives you wings to fly.

The first time you succeed it is chance; the second time it is luck; the third time it is skill; the fourth time it is talent; and the fifth time it is genius.