Eraldo Banovac

“The age of ex cathedra culture in education is definitely finished. Thesedays, we use modern teaching methods in line with advances in technologythat changes culture and even society itself. However, the biggest challenge for a modern education system is how to prepare new generations for living in a highly competitive world full of uncertainties.”

“In reality, commissions rarely solve complicated problems. Therefore, the following question arises: what is worse – to establish a commission knowing it cannot solve a complicated problem, or to believe that the commission will truly solve such a problem?”

“Concerning mistakes, follow three simple rules. Firstly, correct a mistake that you made whenever it is possible. Secondly, don't repeat the same mistakes. Thirdly, learn from past mistakes.”

“Regarding quality, the following rule is very important: do each activity right at the first time with the aim of saving money and time. Regardless of the process under consideration, the activities that were carried out badly may cause repetitions with considerable additional costs.”

“Living a short life as a proud person is more worthwhile than living a whole century as a chameleon.”

“A leader is a person who knows how to act when other people don’t.”

“If you are born to lead, be a leader!”

“Never lie. Firstly, you will be caught in the lie sooner or later. Secondly, count on problems when repairing the consequences of the lie. Therefore, always tell the truth no matter how unpleasant it is.”

“Curiosity is crucial for innovation. We are all born curious, but only a small number of people remain curious for a lifetime.”

“Adapting to changes represents an important characteristic of human nature, essential for the development of human society.”

“Adding your own piece of knowledge to the vast knowledge of the humanrace could be a sufficient reason for having existed.”

“Many books describe different problem solving techniques, but solving complicated problems in reality is not so easy.”

“In general, people accumulate knowledge gradually over a long period of time. However, there are extraordinary people all around us, who are capable of accumulating impressive amounts of knowledge within a relatively short period of time. Nevertheless, even the greatest genius possesses only a small fraction of all knowledge known by mankind. Finally, the following question arises: how large is all the existing knowledge in comparison to the space of ignorance?”

“Only a person who is motivated in the inner depths of his being will help without hesitation and with no obligation for the one helped.”

“It is equally important to learn from experience and from books.”

“Managers can use power, money or certain circumstances to achieve short-term results. However, motivation is crucial for achieving long-term results.”

“If one is not prepared to fail, there is no way to achieve success inbusiness and life.”

“Tell us which ideas you promote and we will know which type of person you are.”

“The power of positive thinking is vital for maintaining happiness, goodhealth and longevity.”

“A person who is too proud in love will suffer from the devastating bitterness in the end.”