A burning passion coupled with absolute detachment is the key to all success.

Failure comes from ego, greed, envy, fear, imitation. I have success not because I am smart, but because I am rational.

Focus alone is not enough; putting in the time to commit is also crucial to achieve success.

I've often felt there might be more to be gained by studying business failures than business successes.

Focus on your customers and lead your people as though their lives depend on your success.

I always think I'm the Tom Cruise of music - a lot of success and fans, but no critics, darling.