"Risk is what you make of it."

“We're subject to the same forces of capitalism that have built the entire American economy. Strong returns induce more capital flow, which creates more competitors, and you have to evolve and get better, or you die.”

“Capital markets reward you for what you learn that other people have yet to ascertain.”

“The ability to create same day straight through processing of mutual fund trades is a matter of will.”

“We all know that great leaders can create great successes...success for the Chicago public education fund is to bring great leaders into Chicago's public schools.”

“Size is a double-edged sword with great advantages and disadvantages..”

“Every organization has two choices. Choice one is to grow. Choice two is to die. If you decide not to grow, it's a clear-cut message to talented people that it's time to leave.”