There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.

What are the most CRUCIAL lessons I learned working for companies?

- Arrive early, even if you’re doing nothing, don’t be late for anything.

- Document everything. Emails, conversations, communication.

- Be friendly, approachable and humble in the office.

- Network within your own company. Meet engineers, customer service, it, marketing. Grow your support network.

- Become a subject matter expert in at least one thing. It will make you invaluable.

- No-one cares how hard or how long you work, if you're making money.

- Make your career decisions for the people who will attend your funeral one day; not the people in that office.

- Be kind. Even if it seems like the person doesn’t deserve it.

- Know your worth and keep a pulse on the job market, not to switch jobs, but to know what you should be reaching & asking for.

- Keep your personal life at home. I know this is a hard one but I’ve found it’s necessary.

? Agree? Disagree?

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Scott Douglas Clary, MBA

There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure. - Colin Powell

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