Principles

My friend Bob, who is an architect introduced me to Ray Kappe's work. Ray is also an architect. Ray was asked what he thought were the ten most important principles that helped him become a successful architect, planner and educator...I thought they were very good principles for anyone in any field.

1) Think positively, not negatively
2) Accept structure but know that it is to be questioned and broken when necessary
3)Always be willing to explore, experiment and invent. Do not accept the status quo
4)Know your yourself and keep your work consistent with who you are and how you think
5) Maintain good moral and social values
6) Be humble, honest, compassionate and egalitarian
7) Have conviction about your work
8) Be open and say yes to most ideas and requests. The good ones will be valuable; the bad ones will cease to exist
9) Allow employees and fellow workers freedom and the ability to work to their strengths. Avoid hierarchy
10) Money should be the residual of work, not the goal. But do not compromise your worth