Quotes

A Whole New Mind, Page 139

…in a time of abundance, when the largest rewards go to those who can devise novel and compelling creations, metaphor-making is vital.

Radical Candor, Page 139

When you can tell somebody that you aren’t trying to bust their chops – that you really want to help – it can go a long way toward making them receptive to what y you’re saying.

168 Hours, Page 139

…as women’s time became more valuable… women have had to make a choice about how to allocate their limited hours.

Brain Rules, Page 139

The more a learner focuses on the meaning of information being presented, the more elaborately he or she will process the information.

The Element, Page 139

Doing something ‘for your own good’ is rarely for your own good if it causes you to be less than who you really are.

What Got You Here Won’t Get You There, Page 139

…it is impossible to resist a heartfelt apology.

Think Again, Page 139

In… studies… interacting with members of another group reduced prejudice in 94 percent of the cases. Although intergroup communication isn’t a panacea, that is a staggering statistic.

Talent is Overrated, Page 139

Trust is the most fundamental element of a winning team.

Grit, Page 139

A mountain of research… show that when you have a habit of practicing at the same time and in the same place every day, you hardly have to think about getting started. You just do it.

Why Work Sucks and How to Fix It, Page 139

Everyone can be respected and valued, and not just because it’s the humane thing to do, but because it makes business sense.