Jason Fried

Workaholics aren't heroes. They don't save the day, they just use it up. The real hero is home because she figured out a faster way.

Planning is guessing. Give up on the illusion that you can predict the future.

When you make something, you always make something else. Just because you can't sell the main dish doesn't mean you can't sell the by-products.

If you want something done, ask the busiest person you know. They'll find a way to get it done. The less time they have, the less time they waste.