Things do not happen. Things are made to happen.
The secret of getting ahead is getting started.
The wise does at once what the fool does at last.
What you do today can improve all your tomorrows.
If you think you can do it, you can.
If you've got a talent, protect it.
If you're going through hell, keep going.
Expect problems and eat them for breakfast.
Be gentle to all and stern with yourself.
I can, therefore I am.
James Bond is quite serious about his drinks and clothing and cigarettes and food and all that sort of thing. There is nothing wry or amused about James Bond.
I enjoy learning technical details.