What I have learned:

* Set clear goals, but don't be afraid to change mid-stride
* Allow yourself to explore -- the world, your environment and yourself
* Make affirmations and repeat on a daily basis in "I AM" language
* Recognize what you do well and what you love to do and merge into a career
* Ask questions and be proactive -- contact people, get advise and follow your intuition
* Think about where you want to be in 5 years and visualize it
* Allow yourself to dream outside of your 'safe' known world and explore a little.
* Travel. Read. Learn.
* Don't be afraid to make mistakes
* Remember, it is through the hard times we make that we learn and grow.