Top 10 Success Tips for Young Black Men

OK, why is a white guy sharing the Top 10 Success Tips for Young Black Men? What the heck does he know about it? What life experiences does he have to pull from? Great questions. Please know my heart. Please see past color and focus on the content, not the messenger.

1. You matter
2. Guard your mind
3. Know the power of your decisions
4. Find your purpose (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrMqzeHavFA&t=118s)
5. Chose your friends wisely
6. Find a mentor
7. Understand money (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sExTRK___vE&t=1s)
8. Assume the best in people
9. You will have to work harder (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCGiInFZ5dA&t=171s)
10. Know God

Bonus Tips:
1. You WILL fail in life. When you do, fail forward. Learn from mistakes and use them to make you stronger and smarter.
2. Pay attention to details. If you are meticulous with details, the big stuff takes care of itself. Focus on your character, making the right decisions, striving for excellence, and hard work.
3. In life, you will win and lose. Know in your inner most being that the most important thing to win is your salvation. The rest is temporary and will fade away.
4. Here is a great life quote from Nick Saban: “If you can handle the pain of discipline, you won’t have to handle the pain of disappointment.” Discipline yourself to incorporate these 10 tips into your life.