I could have been headlining a major conference in Abu Dhabi today.

But I turned down the opportunity - even though it would have involved a *substantial* fee.

And in fact, I've turned down about 15 speaking opportunities through these next two weeks.

Why? My 30-year-old son gets married in 10 days. It seems like he was just a baby. We are here helping where we can with any last-minute preparation; doing the things that need to be done, and ensuring we are fully engaged in all the joy the next two weeks will bring.

Success is not always what you think it is. It is not defined by reaching the pinnacle opportunities of your career. It is defined in making the *right choices* at the *right time.*

Throughout my career, I've turned down many big opportunities for even bigger - and more important opportunities - all involving my family.  I am a richer person for doing so.

Success is doing the things that are the most important - not the things that you think are the most successful.

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