I never thought I'd run for president. My parents were immigrants to this country - and leader of the free world was not on the list of careers presented to me as a skinny Asian kid growing up in upstate New York.

When I was growing up, I'd study for days trying to get good grades. When I'd get an 'A,' I'd feel elation for about 30 seconds, and then a feeling of emptiness.

You will almost always leave a professional services environment with a few noteworthy friends and relationships. These contacts can prove to be extremely valuable both personally and professionally.

Tell young girls they can be anything, including entrepreneurs and self-made billionaires. Encourage your friends/daughters/female students/yourself to take a shot.

I'm very curious to witness the historic transformation of Chinese women.

I still consider myself working class. I know my circumstances have changed dramatically since I was growing up back in Birkenhead.

I want tension in my business. Tension creates change. Change is necessary to evolve and prosper. I am never satisfied.

We need to transform the economy so it works for people and the planet.