Pure mathematics is in its way, the poetry of logical ideas.

Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard.

Work ethic is important, because, unlike intelligence, athleticism, or charisma, or any natural attribute, it’s a choice.

99% of failures come from people who have the habit of making excuses.

No matter how bad it gets, you’re still way ahead of those who haven’t even started.

Lose an hour in the morning and you will spend all day looking for it.

Life is full of opportunities. With every opportunity that is missed, another one is born.

You can have results or excuses, not both

Tomorrow is worth more than yesterday but less than today.

There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.

The power of reflection is the most powerful skill you’ll learn.

Start, struggle, fail, fix and learn. Repeat.

When you make a mistake, take another chance. Only when you choose not to do so do you fail.

No one starts out on top. You have to work your way up.

Don’t compare yourself to others. Compare yourself to the person you were yesterday.