Getting things straight in your head is a major achievement because there's so much clutter out there. You've got to push aside the static to really hear the music.

Amidst all the clutter, beyond all the obstacles, aside from all the static, are the goals set. Put your head down, do the best job possible, let the flak pass, and work towards those goals.

When you make music, you're in really direct contact with your fans out there, so you hear all kinds of stories.

In business or in life, focus on the things over which you do have some control. And don't fret about all the other problems. Most of the time, they don't come true anyway!

What's the most fetching thing that provokes people? A volcano? Fountains that dance? A pirate ship that sinks? Some other animated device or presentation? Is that as strong as mystery? Allure, intrigue, is much more powerful... It taunts you.

The minute you do any layoffs, you might as well lay off the whole joint because everybody forgets about the customer and worries about their job security.