In every role that I do - whether I'm a teacher, actor or mentor - I do it with total dedication and as much honesty as I feel is required because there's no alternative to honesty and hard work.

Maybe subconsciously I feel I was meant to work hard for a living.

I don't want to be competing in a sport where I feel that I'm here not on my talent and my hard work but because of a piece of equipment.

Music is not a work for me - it's a form of meditation, and you don't need to work hard for it.

Paige is a testament to just what hard work and dedication can do. She missed only two days of summer training and on those days she still ran while out of town. Her time is the fastest she has ever run on any course. ... I am extremely proud of her efforts today.

I am very proud of these seniors. It truly shows what dedication to your sport and hard work can accomplish.