Six Elements to Live By

1. Leverage your unique point of difference.
   Everyone has his or her own personal experiences to learn from. Whether it is positive or negative, understand that your personal background can be a catalyst for your career.
2. Be a dreamer.
   Develop a goal that is completely bold and a bit magical. It should make you nervous and take your breath away simply to think about it.
3. Have a game plan.
   If you don’t design your life’s plan, chances are you’ll fall into someone else’s life plan. Travel your personal journey like you would a business and always have a three-year plan for your personal and professional life.
4. Shape your reality.
   Reality is not fixed, but rather it is constantly changing. We have the opportunity and obligation to change things we don’t like.
5. Surround yourself with the right people.
   Choose to be around those who will support your life’s dreams and help you through the transition. Keep detractors at a distance.
6. Be a poster child for exemplary character.
   Character and values are critical to long-term success. Create a list of things you would like to live up to and live with the highest ethical values.