Do what you enjoy. Work for yourself. Provide a useful service or tangible product. If creative, consider show business – especially rock music or TV. Maximize your audience. Find a need and fill it. Don’t fear being different as long as you’re practical. Use your background. Research. Think improvement, not money. Make it a family business. Minimize expenses, but maintain quality. Make friends [allies] in the field. Put in a lot of time. Listen with one ear; then make your own decisions. Speak your piece. Admit mistakes. Don’t waste time with failing projects. Don’t risk more than you can lose. Reinvest. Find a good lawyer and a good accountant.