One of the most successful and recognisable figures in Australian racing, Gai Waterhouse has spent a lifetime immersed in the Thoroughbred industry.As part of TDN's Words to Live By series, Gary King asks Waterhouse about the people and advice that have shaped her remarkable career.TDN: Who has been the most important mentor in your career, and why?Gai Waterhouse: My father, T.J. Smith, and my husband, Rob Waterhouse. My father taught me the art of training, while my husband has given me a great understanding and insight into the many different areas of the industry.TDN: What is the best piece of advice you've ever received, and who gave it to you?Waterhouse: My father always highlighted the importance of keeping yourself fresh in order to see the trees from the forest. When it came to the two-year-olds, his best advice was to keep them short and sharp.TDN: What advice would you give to a young person starting out in the Thoroughbred industry today?Waterhouse: Go and learn from the best.The post Gai Waterhouse: ‘Go and Learn From the Best’ appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions.