Over-preparation is the foe of inspiration.

I have always believed, and I still believe, that whatever good or bad fortune may come our way we can always give it meaning and transform it into something of value.

Waves are inspiring not because they rise and fall, but because each time they fall they never fail to rise again.

A true artist is not one who is inspired, but one who inspire others.

You better live your best and act your best and think your best today, for today is the sure preparation for tomorrow and all the other tomorrows that follow.

What I do is prepare myself until I know I can do what I have to do.

The five steps in teaching an employee new skills are preparation, explanation, showing, observation and supervision.

The minute you get away from fundamentals—whether its proper technique, work ethic or mental preparation—the bottom can fall out of your game, your schoolwork, your job, whatever you're doing.