There is an immutable conflict at work in life and in business, a constant battle between peace and chaos. Neither can be mastered, but both can be influenced. How you go about that is the key to success.

We took advantage of the running boom, which became the jogging boom, which became the fitness boom... and we've benefited from all of that.

We wanted Nike to be the world's best sports and fitness company. Once you say that, you have a focus. You don't end up making wing tips or sponsoring the next Rolling Stones world tour.

Every businessman, or every person who has a passion for his work, is torn for the time spent at work and the time spent with your family.

Running is a basic ingredient for your health, just as much as eating and sleeping, but going out for a run by yourself and taking a moment to think also creates a certain peace.

Obviously, the bulk of my Nike shares have been set up in a trust.

Sports is like rock 'n' roll. Both are dominant cultural forces, both speak an international language, and both are all about emotions.

Meeting sports athletes that are the best in the world is a thrill to this day.

If you're trying to get into the sports business, you really have to find a niche.

When we changed from Tiger to Nike, we had to have a design for the shoe. And where do you go to? There's no 'dial 9-1-1' for design.