"Whatever you do in life, surround yourself with smart people who'll argue with you.
⸺ John Wooden
Surround yourself with intelligent and challenging people. They will help you grow and improve.
"When you come to a fork in the road, take it.
⸺ Yogi Berra
Embrace opportunities and make decisions confidently, even when the path isn’t clear.
"Never take advice from anyone in a tie. They'll bankrupt you. Don't ask a general for advice on war, and don't ask a broker for advice on money.
⸺ Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Be cautious about who you take advice from. Expertise doesn't always translate across different fields.
"Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it.
⸺ Steve Jobs
Pursue work that you are passionate about. True satisfaction comes from doing what you love.
"Be nice to people on your way up because you'll meet them on your way down.
⸺ Wilson Mizner
Maintain good relationships with others. The people you meet on your way up in your career will also be there during challenging times.
"Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.
⸺ Arthur Ashe
Make the most of your current situation and resources. Progress starts from where you are now.
"Do not take life too seriously. You will never get out of it alive.
⸺ Elbert Hubbard
Keep a sense of humor and don't stress too much. Life is meant to be enjoyed, not just endured.
"If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. Then quit. There's no point in being a damn fool about it.
⸺ W. C. Fields
Persistence is important, but knowing when to move on is equally vital. Don’t waste effort on lost causes.
"Do what you love. Know your own bone; gnaw at it, bury it, unearth it, and gnaw it still.
⸺ Henry David Thoreau
Focus deeply on your passions. Thoroughly explore and revisit them throughout your life.
"It's always too early to quit.
⸺ Norman Vincent Peale
Persevere through difficulties. It's often too early to give up on your goals.