One of my all-time favourite books is Gabriel García Márquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude. He is an incredible storyteller .Every sentence is extraordinary."There is always something left to love" is a great quote by him that resonates with me. Photo: Tory Burch

It's my secret to effective time management. It also helps that I'm very good at multi-tasking. Photo: Tory Burch

That's the advice I have for aspiring entrepreneurs. There's no such thing as an overnight success. Photo: Tory Burch

I love easy, versatile pieces — think an effortless dress, a skirt or a great pair of pants with a silk shirt. Anything that makes you feel great. When you feel your best, it shows! Photo: Tory Burch

My mother, Reva, is an eternal optimist. She taught me: "If the cup isn't full, add water." There's always a new day around the corner. Photo: Tory Burch

Since being at the helm of my business, I've discovered the value of getting out of my comfort zone. Creativity and innovation are born out of unexpected experiences. Photo: Tory Burch

It's empowering. Instead of focusing on fear, focus on what you're doing and let the work speak for itself. Photo: Tory Burch

By Tory Burch. Photo: Tory Burch