Bill Gates :: 12 Rules for Success

• You need to have a lot of energy. Overcome the fear of failure.

• Have enough liquidity to pay 1 year of your employees' payroll.

• Having a good idea is more valuable than having a college degree.

• Take time to think and work hard the rest of the time.

• Create the future. Evangelize people about what you think the world should be.

• Work while having fun.

• Playing Bridge (cards) allows you to develop skills for other tasks.

• Ask people who know you for advice to evaluate your ideas.

• Choose the right person for your work team. Choose the person who is able to add value to your ideas and see the hidden details in your product vision.

• Do not put off pending tasks. Completing the tasks early will give you some time to try it out.

• Don't lose your sense of humor.

• Accept the challenges.