“It matters not how strait the gate,

How charged with punishments the scroll,

I am the master of my fate,

I am the captain of my soul.” 

 ~ William Ernest Henley, British poet and critic

1. Be reliable to yourself and others as consistent character and trust are priceless.

2. Persistence is never giving up but willing to change strategies if necessary.

3. An affable personality will bring more success and encourage a collaborative environment.

4. Integrity is a must quality in all relationships beginning with yourself, family, friends and business dealings. Dependability, honesty, respect and good judgment are golden attributes of integrity.

5. A positive can do attitude

6. Written goals ranked by importance. This will keep you focused and helps avoid value conflicts.

7. Take action at the correct time. Don’t procrastinate.

8. Be accountable for your life.

9. Develop and live by excellent philosophies.

10. Great health habits are crucial. All things suffer when overall health is impaired.

11. Think independently.

12. Always seek to grow, expand and improve all aspects of your life.

13. Proper temperament in dealing with difficult situations and/or people.

“To think is easy. To act is difficult. To act as one thinks is the most difficult.”  ~ Gothe