Katie Couric

"The biggest risk is not taking any risk. In a world that's changing really quickly, the only strategy that is guaranteed to fail is not taking risks."

"I realize that I'm not going to be everyone's cup of tea, and that's okay."

"We need to accept that we won't always make the right decisions, that we'll screw up royally sometimes—understanding that failure is not the opposite of success, it's a stepping stone to success."

"Just do what you have to do, to do what you want to do."

"I think we need to educate people about what they're eating and help them understand that what they eat directly impacts their health."

"The important thing is that you take responsibility for your own life."

"I've always believed that if you put in the work, the results will come."

"Don't give up on your dreams, or your dreams will give up on you."

"I think it's important to be authentic. People can tell when you're being real versus when you're just putting on a show."

"Life is about balance. You can't work all the time; you have to make time for the people you love and the things that matter."

"The best career advice I ever got was to be myself and not try to be someone else."

"You have to be willing to fail in order to succeed."

"I think women have come a long way, but we still have a lot of work to do in terms of equality."

"The key to happiness is finding purpose in what you do."

"I believe in the power of storytelling to change people's perspectives and make the world a better place."

"Time is our most precious resource. Once it's gone, we can't get it back."

"I've learned that listening is just as important as talking."

"Success is not just about money or fame; it's about making a difference."

"I think we should all strive to be lifelong learners."

"The people you surround yourself with matter. Choose your friends wisely."

"I've always been curious about the world, and that curiosity has led me to some amazing places."

"You can't control everything in life, but you can control how you respond to it."

"I think vulnerability is a sign of strength, not weakness."

"The best gift you can give someone is your time and attention."

"Change is inevitable, but growth is optional. You have to choose to grow."

"I've learned that setbacks are just setups for comebacks."

"Don't wait for the perfect moment; create it."

"I think it's important to stay curious and ask questions, no matter how old you are."

"The most important relationship you'll ever have is with yourself."

"I believe that everyone has a story worth telling."