15. Modesty
Great genius is not necessary to be successful. You will get farther by remaining humble and consistent.
At the beginning: Work on self discipline before trying anything new.
In the second place: Be persistent but modest. Follow-through will get you far.
In the third place: Make sure you finish what you start, then you will gain respect.
In the fourth place: Modest behavior wins powerful friends who support your plans.
In the fifth place: Good decisions depend on fair motives and appropriate action.
At the top: Exercise self-control when facing this day. You have come too far to let minor challenges destroy you.