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Set short-term and long-term goals.
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When planning a trip abroad, read about the
places you'll visit before you go or, better yet, rent a travel
video.
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Life is like a minefield; the
direction of each step has consequences.
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Don't rain on other people's parades. Stand when greeting a visitor to your office.
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Attend your children's athletic contests,
plays, and recitals.
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When you find a job that's ideal, take it
regardless of the pay. If you've got what it takes, your salary
will soon reflect your value to the company.
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Look for opportunities to make people feel
important.
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Be open to new ideas.
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Don't miss the magic of the moment by focusing
on what's to come.
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Don't undertip the waiter or
waitress just because the food is bad; they didn't cook it.
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Conduct family fire drills. Be sure everyone
knows what to do in case the house catches fire.
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Don't be afraid to say, "I don't know",
"I made a mistake", "I need help" or "I'm sorry".
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Show respect for everyone who works for a
living, regardless of how trivial their job is.
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Never compromise your integrity.
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Keep a note and pencil on your bedside table.
Million-dollar ideas sometimes strike at 2 A.M.
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Read the Sunday New York Times to keep
informed.
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Send your loved one flowers. Think of a reason
later.
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Every person that you meet knows something you
don't; learn from them.
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Record your parents' laughter.
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Never put candy dish next to the phone.
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When meeting someone you don't know well
extend your hand and give them your name. Never assume they
remember you even if you've met them before.
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Do it right the first time.
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Laugh a lot. A good sense of humor cures
almost all of life's ills.
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