“When you build technology it’s not just a matter of “what.” In most cases the success ends up determined by “how” you build it—which foundations you used, how simple and scalable it is.” – Tobi Lütke, founder and CEO of Shopify

“The man with a new idea is a crank until the idea succeeds.” – Mark Twain

 “A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.” – Winston Churchill

“Desire is the starting point of all achievement, not a hope, not a wish, but a keen pulsating desire which transcends everything.” – Napoleon Hill

“I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.” – Albert Einstein

“If you don’t love what you do, you won’t do it with much conviction or passion.” – Mia Hamm

“One of the huge mistakes people make is that they try to force an interest on themselves. You don’t choose your passions; your passions choose you.” – Jeff Bezos

“Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow.” – Anthony J. D’Angelo

“Strength and growth come only through continuous effort and struggle.” – Napoleon Hill

“It’s stunning to me what kind of an impact even one person can have if they have the right passion, perspective, and are able to align the interest of a great team.” – Steve Case