Passion--it's the driving force that you just can't ignore. It's what will make your new adventure seem more like fun, than work. It's the difference between wanting to start a business and craving it.

The difference is that raving fans, unlike satisfied customers, become part of your sales force. They tell friends, family and co-workers about your services and your products. And, of course, good things will happen!

Never forget, organizational values start and end with you, the leader. Whether your example is good or bad, expect most employees to follow your lead.

Find what makes your heart sing and create your own music.

By the choices we make, by the attitudes we exhibit, we are influencing lives every day in positive or negative ways.

Your dreams are the blueprints of your soul. They should take you by the hand and lead you toward your life's purpose and passion. They are one of, if not the greatest, source of self-motivation that you have. So nurture them and feed them inspiration whenever you can.

No matter how bad things are, they could always be worse. Start finding gratitude for what might have happened, but didn't.