1. Be consistent. Talent is overrated but you do need a little to make your mark in today’s business world. I always say it’s not the talent that makes you successful, it’s the consistency of using that talent that creates success and fortune.
2. Self-evolution. Guess what? As the world changes so must we as business people. I find there are so many young people, straight out of school, who contribute nothing to changing the way business is currently being conducted. Fresh, innovative ideas and keeping up with the times has a direct relationship with your success.
3. Trust your instincts. Go with what you think is the right direction. It’s a 50:50 shot but the 50 percent that’s correct can generate all the success you need to get started and make some real cash.
4. Work REAL REAL REAL hard. There is no substitute for this. Forget about all the fancy junk companies offer you like stocks, insurance, bonus, cars…blah, blah, blah! If you want to make it, you can get all of those things on your own. I don't know of one self-made man or women who was ever totally interested in having such things provided for them. Think about this, if a company gives you all this "junk" but you sell 20M of business for them, how much are you really benefiting? Zilch. Sell the 20MM for yourself and obtain all of these things plus more, three-fold. Work hard and expect nothing.
5. Common sense is crucial. I have
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