“What is a business? It’s simply an idea that makes someone else’s life better.”

There are no quick wins in business – it takes years to become an overnight success.

The amount of time people waste dwelling on failures rather than putting that energy into another project, always amazes me.

I am convinced that companies should put staff first, customers second and shareholders third – ultimately that’s in the best interest of customers and shareholders.

Chance favors the prepared mind. The more you practice, the luckier you become.

If you take care of your workers they’ll take care of your business.

Throwing yourself into a job you enjoy is one of the life’s greatest pleasures!

Starting a business is a huge amount of hard work. You had better enjoy it.

If you get into business solely to make money, you won’t. If you try to make a real difference, you’ll find success.

Life’s too short. If you’re passionate – stand up.

If you look for the best in your employees, they’ll flourish. If you criticize or look for the worst, they’ll shrivel up. We all need lots of watering.

The brands that will thrive in the coming years are the ones that have a purpose beyond profit.

Tough times are inevitable in life and in business. But how you compose yourself during those times defines your spirit and will define your future.

Talent comes from experience and failure.

Screw it, just do it!

A company’s employees are its greatest asset and your people are your product.

Respect is how to treat everyone, not just those you want to impress.

It’s far better to buy a wonderful company at a fair price, than a fair company at a wonderful price.

Listen. Take the best. Leave the rest.

Basically, our goal is to organize the world’s information and to make it universally accessible and useful.

The key for us, number one, has always been hiring very smart people.

Success occurs when opportunity meets preparation.

Choose well.

When you compete against everyone else, no one wants to help you. But when you compete against yourself, everyone wants to help you.

Constantly seek criticism. A well thought out critique of what you’re doing is as valuable as gold.