Walk away from 'friendships' that make you feel small and insecure, and seek out people who inspire you and support you

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We learned about honesty and integrity - that the truth matters... that you don't take shortcuts or play by your own set of rules... and success doesn't count unless you earn it fair and square.

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I admit it: I am louder than the average human being and have no fear of speaking my mind. These traits don't come from the color of my skin but from an unwavering belief in my own intelligence.

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The only limit to the height of your achievements is the reach of your dreams and your willingness to work hard for them.

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Be passionate about something and lean to that strength.

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You have to practice success. Success doesn't just show up. If you aren't practicing success today, you won't wake up in 20 years and be successful, because you won't have developed the habits of success, which are small things like finishing what you start, putting a lot of effort into everything you do, being on time, treating people well.

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We need to do a better job of putting ourselves higher on our own 'to do' list.

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No country can ever truly flourish if it stifles the potential of its women and deprives itself of the contributions of half of its citizens.

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Value everyone's contribution and treat everyone with respect.

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Don't let anyone speak for you, and don't rely on others to fight for you.

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