Whether or not your values are operational is crucially determined by whether or not there are consequences for noncompliance.

The noble path does win but only if you are prepared to make the investment over a long period of time.

Success comes from doing what you enjoy. If you don't enjoy it, how can it be called success?

Truly visionary and successful companies have discovered that there is no conflict between the pursuit of profit and having a pursuit beyond profit.

When did you feel most fulfilled? When did you impress yourself, or otherwise feel most proud of yourself?

Whether or not your values are operational is crucially determined by whether or not there are consequences for noncompliance.

What is important is what inspires persistence and determination- in other words what you care about.