The pursuit of power is the primary goal of states in the international system.
 The last time I was intimidated was when I was 6 years old in karate class.
The knowledge that you have emerged wiser and stronger from setbacks means that you are, ever after, secure in your ability to survive. You will never truly know yourself, or the strength of your relationships, until both have been tested by adversity. Such knowledge is a true gift, for all that it is painfully won, and it has been worth more than any qualification I ever earned.
Innovation is not just about technology, but also about management and business models.
Who can afford to do professional work for nothing?