T. Boone Pickens

Far too many executives have become more concerned with the 'four P's' - pay, perks, power and prestige - rather than making profits for shareholders.

On a scale from 1-10, my ambition is probably 11 or 12.

I never did anything dishonest.

I would've done anything to work with Satyajit Ray.

A teacher must believe in the value and interest of his subject as a doctor believes in health.

It's a terrifying thing to be perhaps 16 or 17 and feel like you are a failure and a has-been.