Lorne Michaels

"Comedy is about connecting with the audience on an emotional level."

"I've learned that the most successful people are adaptable and resilient."

"The key to great comedy is understanding what makes people laugh."

"The secret to a great show is knowing when to get out of the way and let the talent shine."

"Comedy is about finding truth in the absurd moments of life."

"You have to surround yourself with people who are smarter than you are."

"A live show teaches you things that a recorded show never can."

"The best sketches come from real observations about how people actually behave."

"Fear is just another word for not being prepared."

"Never stop believing in the power of Saturday night."

"Great comedy requires vulnerability from the performer."

"The moment you think you have it all figured out is the moment you stop growing."

"Television is a collaborative medium, not a dictatorship."

"Timing in comedy is everything; it's the difference between a laugh and silence."

"You can't manufacture authenticity, but you can create space for it."

"The audience knows when you're faking it."

"Innovation in comedy comes from taking risks, not playing it safe."

"A good producer stays invisible while making everything possible."

"Keep your sense of humor; it's your greatest survival tool."

"The best ideas often come from the youngest voices in the room."

"Dedication to craft is what separates the good from the great."

"Every mistake is a chance to learn something new about your audience."

"Build shows around people's talents, not their limitations."

"Live television is where magic happens because anything can go wrong."

"You must trust your team or you'll drive yourself insane."

"Comedy reflects the times we live in."

"The most important thing is to make people feel something."

"Never underestimate the power of a good laugh shared with strangers."

"Patience with talent is an investment in excellence."

"The moment you get comfortable is the moment your show dies."