The Panda mission really speaks to our philosophy. It is, 'Deliver exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives.' I'm talking about everyone who works at Panda. They're inspired to better their own lives.

Having spent many years working in New York's Chinatown restaurants early in my career, I have the utmost respect for the history and connection New Yorkers have with Chinese cuisine.

I became very attentive to customers because I was desperate not to have people leave and never come back.

I wanted to be successful. I definitely didn't want to be poor.

After the success of Stephen's book, a whole new crowd of people became very interested in him, and the family was just pushed into a corner.

People often say I have so much energy, that I never stop; but that's what it takes to accomplish your goals.

Comedy can't be about continuous success.

Remember, it isn't the dreamers who have good lives - it's the doers. Remember also what I call the three Ps of success: passion, planning, and perseverance.