I think its easiest to teach by example. My dad didnt tell us to work hard we just saw how hard he worked. I know I have shortcomings – like a short fuse – but Ive learned you cant come home from a long day of work and snap at the kids. – Chris ODonnell
I think Im pretty smart on what I spend my money on. I still dont have a new car, I drive my old car that Ive had forever. But I bought a house in downtown Chicago. – Chris ODonnell
I am an obsessive garage cleaner – my wife and the neighbors make fun of me. I remember that my father was the same way, and now when Im out there unearthing things in the garage, I realize I am becoming my dad! – Chris ODonnell
In this business, if you take too long, the landscape changes. So the opportunities that were there when I decided to take a break werent there when I came back. Its like, Wait a second – what happened here? It was a real learning experience. Ive paid my dues, I will tell you that. – Chris ODonnell