There is no magic to achievement. It's really about hard work, choices, and persistence.

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You can't make decisions based on fear and the possibility of what might happen.

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Do not bring people in your life who weigh you down. And trust your instincts ... good relationships feel good. They feel right. They don't hurt. They're not painful. That's not just with somebody you want to marry, but it's with the friends that you choose. It's with the people you surround yourselves with.

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Don't let anyone speak for you, and don't rely on others to fight for you.

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When women and girls rise, their communities and their countries rise with them

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Countries are stronger and more prosperous when the voices and opinions of all their citizens can be heard.

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I admit it: I am louder than the average human being and have no fear of speaking my mind. These traits don't come from the color of my skin but from an unwavering belief in my own intelligence.

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You have to practice success. Success doesn't just show up. If you aren't practicing success today, you won't wake up in 20 years and be successful, because you won't have developed the habits of success, which are small things like finishing what you start, putting a lot of effort into everything you do, being on time, treating people well.

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Walk away from 'friendships' that make you feel small and insecure, and seek out people who inspire you and support you

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Find people who will make you better.

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