To be granted some kind of usable talent and to be able to use it to the fullest extent of which you are capable—this, to me, is a kind of joy that is almost unequaled.

The average person puts only 25% of his energy and ability into his work. The world takes off its hat to those who put in more than 50% of their capacity, and stands on its head for those few and far between souls who devote 100%.

The question, 'Who ought to be boss?' is like asking 'Who ought to be the tenor in a quartet?' Obviously, the man who can sing tenor.

Patience is not simply the ability to wait – it’s how we behave while we’re waiting.

Gentleness is strength under control. It is the ability to stay calm, no matter what happens.

Music has healing power. It has the ability to take people out of themselves for a few hours.

The greatness of a man is not in how much wealth he acquires, but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively.