The details are not the details. They make the design.
The writer must believe that what he is doing is the most important thing in the world. And he must hold to this illusion even when he knows it is not true.
I don't believe in failure. It's not failure if you enjoyed the process.
The stars shall fade away, the sun himself grow dim with age, and nature sink in years; but thou shalt flourish in immortal youth.
Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence and making sure that impact lasts in your absence.