Secrets of Success?

Got this off someone's blog...
hmm wonder how useful this will be

Investor's Business Daily Top Ten Secrets of Success
1. How you think in everything:
Always be positive. Think success not failure. Beware of a negative environment

2. Decide upon your true dreams and goals:
Write down your specific goals and develop a plan to reach them.

3. Take action:
Goals are nothing without action. Don't be afraid to get started. Just do it.

4. Never stop learning:
Go back to school or read books. Get training and acquire skills.

5. Be persistent and work hard:
Success is a marathon, not a sprint. Never give up.

6. Learn to analyze the details:
Get all the facts, all the input. Learn from your mistakes.

7. Focus your time and money:
Don't let other people or things distract you.

8. Don't be afraid to innovate; be different:
Following the herd is a sure way to mediocrity.

9. Deal and communicate with people effectively:
No person is an island. Learn to understand and motivate others.

10. Be honest and dependable; take responsibility:
Otherwise numbers 1-10 won't matter.