“Conditions are never just right. People who delay action until all factors are favorable do nothing.” — William Feather

“Wisdom is not wisdom when it is derived from books alone.” — Horace

“You must have control of the authorship of your own destiny. The pen that writes your life story must be held in your own hand.” — Irene C. Kassorla

“Never be bullied into silence. Never allow yourself to be made a victim. Accept no one’s definition of your life; define yourself.” — Harvey Fierstein

“The man who wants to lead the orchestra must turn his back on the crowd.” — James Crook