Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they cannot lose.

humilitylearningThe Road Ahead, 1995

It is fine to celebrate success but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure.

failureleadershipInterview, 1999

We always overestimate the change that will occur in the next two years and underestimate the change that will occur in the next ten.

long-termpredictionThe Road Ahead, 1995

Your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning.

businesscustomerBusiness at the Speed of Thought, 1999

We all need people who will give us feedback. That is how we improve.

learningworkBill Gates, TED 2013

Software is a great combination of artistry and engineering.

technologyworkBill Gates, public remarks