"You could be performing below your potential in areas where you are relying on your own experiences alone and without the guidance of a trusted mentor."

"Develop a strong thirst for positive associations and learning from others, because the right people can take you further than you can go on your own."

"Success is not achieved in a vacuum: the people you spend most of your time with and the voices you allow to influence your thoughts play a significant part in your success or lack of it."

"Incredible ideas, results, and outcomes are possible when two or more minds come together for a common purpose."

"Generosity creates the higher life. There is no nobler virtue than the care one person shows to another."

"Less is more, especially in relationships. You must understand and appreciate the importance of quality in relationships over quantity."

"Become skilled in the process of selecting whom you allow into your circle of influence."

"Effort is the foundation of all achievements and is the single greatest competitive advantage and quality you must consistently apply to achieve your dreams."

"You must discipline yourself consistently to do what others do occasionally in order to have the future few will get to experience."

"Talent is never enough. Effort, not talent, is the key to success."