"When Sam feels a certain way, he is relentless. He will just wear you out. He will bring up an idea, we'll all discuss it and then decide maybe that it's not something we should be doing right now—or …"

"I learn from everyone I meet even if it's learning what not to do."

"I'm a firm believer that if you just keep plugging away, you're going to get there."

"I was never afraid to try new things."

"I'm not afraid to take risks."