Jerry Eichenberger
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2006 S40. OEM windshield, saddle bags, Sportster
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Columbus, Ohio
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About 20 years ago we were having a political fundraiser party at my old law firm. One of my partners, a black guy who is very successful and a superb lawyer, asked one of my clients, who is a gazillionair real estate mogul, to give advice to the black partner's young nephew about becoming successful. He told the young man that he should adopt these traits:
1. Pay your bills, live within your means, and have a good credit score. 2. Buy an alarm clock, learn how to use it, set it for no later than 7 AM every morning, and get up when it goes off, regardless of whether you have any specific plans - learn to get up in the morning. 3. Learn to speak the King's English without jive slang, or swearing to make a point. Those who have to . 4. Give your kids normal, English names. 5. Learn to dress properly. 6. Learn to say please and thank you.
Item #4 was expanded upon, and is important.
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