In the latest installment of TDN's Words to Live By series, we hear from one of the most influential figures in Australian racing and breeding, John Messara.TDN: Who has been the most important mentor in your career, and what did you learn from them?John Messara: The most important mentor in my career was my friend, the late renowned veterinarian Percy Sykes. His knowledge of the horse was prodigious, and he was generous in imparting it.TDN: What is the best piece of advice you have ever received, and who gave it to you?Messara: The best piece of advice I received is that “time” is often the best healer. It was given to me by Percy.TDN: What advice would you give to a young person hoping to build a successful career in the Thoroughbred industry?Messara: I generally tell young people three things: “Operate with integrity, take a long-term view, and, finally, give attention to detail.” In my mind, these are all critical for long-term success.The post ‘Time Is Often the Best Healer’: Words to Live By with John Messara appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions.