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Trump University is giving you a holiday present today. It’s a list of 20 success top tips we distilled from Donald J. Trump’s previous posts on this blog. They’re all you need to make 2008 your most successful year ever. 

  1. Think big

  2. Be positive

  3. Follow your passion

  4. Learn something new every day

  5. Listen to your gut

  6. Be patient

  7. Put a great team behind you

  8. Put beauty in everything you do

  9. Learn to negotiate, because everything you want demands it

  10. Always go for the biggest win possible

  11. Real estate investing is the best investment there is

  12. Take risks

  13. Be audacious and get into the public eye

  14. Be your own brand

  15. Enjoy doing some work seven days a week and on vacations

  16. Say no

  17. Get out of your comfort zone

  18. Be stubborn when necessary

  19. Always have a Plan B

  20.  Never settle for second best

    The faculty and staff of Trump University wish you a happy, successful 2008! 

     

Donald J. Trump is Chairman of Trump University.

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15 Comments

[-] Posted by Business 2000 Foundation.com on 01/02/2008 2:34 PM
In the "Art of the War"...it teaches to prepare. The fight is over before we fight. And now TrumpU is doing what we all need in life...to prepare us in business to win the battles.

Get back in the fight..and look forward to 2008!
[-] Posted by member1704860 on 01/02/2008 7:02 PM
Hi
my name is Denise and I WOULD LIKE TO MEET DONALD TRUMP
CAN YOU PLEASE TELL ME HOW
[-] Posted by member1385680 on 01/03/2008 3:28 AM
I think you missed one..
" What Goes Around, Comes Around "

Cheers!
[-] Posted by member1705105 on 01/03/2008 3:41 AM
thanks for the tips :)
[-] Posted by member1677583 on 01/03/2008 12:54 PM
Just finished reading "Think Big and Kick Ass in Business and Life" in fact I purchased two copies of the book. One for myself and the other for a close friend. I found the book to right on with everything that Mr. Trump and Bill Zanker pointed out and said. I don't think there was one idea that I did not agree with. It is all about attitude and believing in yourself and thinking BIG.
The book has changed my way of thinking and following my dream in life.
Thank you Mr. Trump and Mr. Zanker

Joseph Savoly
[-] Posted by E. Rizzo on 01/03/2008 10:35 PM
In a nutshell, that sums it up very well! I'll print this out and refer to this list daily. Thank you!
[-] Posted by William Yang on 01/04/2008 10:39 AM
Hi Denise,

Firstly, why did you wanted to met Mr.Trump ?

if it's just for met, you can buy a ticket to learning annex or attend to Trump University Live seminar.

But if you want to sell him an Idea, you can post your proposal to 725 fifth avenue new york 10022. and maybeeeeee he'll read your proposal. If he like it maybe you have a chance to meet him

regards

William Yang
[-] Posted by Randa on 01/06/2008 10:36 AM
Hi Joseph,

Thank you for your input on the book that really helps.
[-] Posted by member1707183 on 01/06/2008 8:45 PM
I truly believe logging on this site is the beginning of a great future for me. All the tips describe what I strive to do every day and it's only a matter of time that fortune and prosperity flows my way. Thanks everyone!

Ms CSN
[-] Posted by member1573524 on 01/07/2008 9:49 AM
my 2008 success resolution:

1) i think big, that is why i expand my market presence
2) i am so positive that my presence would be recognized!
3) my positive thinking passion to overcome all obstacles especially my competitors
4) i learned a lot from china and the importation processes
5) gut is what drives me
6) i am patient enough to wait for the outcome of my guts
7) 4 man team will do
8) this business is all about aesthetics and functionality = beauty
9) i will negotiate fairly
10) win win situation is my goal
11) i will ... once this will set off!
12) it's risky that i am not here personally to manage but with my team... risk is just a piece of cake!
13) I am here! marketing!
14) I will have a name for my products the next time around
15) every second is treated as a work in progress
16) no means no
17) marketing on enemy territories
18) i stay with my own gut instinct
19) Plan B ... nah Plan A really works!
20) I am number one in the market!

jj

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[-] Posted by Martin27 on 01/07/2008 6:50 PM
I am sure that Mr. Trump believes in God the Creator of everything and I have never heared him mention anything related to success by following Gods plans for our life, to put it in an spiritual perspective. The Blble in the book of Joshua 1:8 (New International Version) says:

"Do not let this Book of the Law (the Bible) depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful."

I am a great fan of Mr. Trump and have read 3 of his books and it has helped me develop my carreer tremendously, but as a Christian, I would put these as the 21st Top Success Tip: to follow God´s path by also studying and reading the Bible (His words) because ultimately, he is the Giver and Creator of everything we have.
[-] Posted by member1710917 on 01/13/2008 4:59 PM
Mr. Trump,
My family and I admire you greatly for all of your many accomplishments, as I am sure everyone does. But one thing we like is your maveric spirit!! We were discussing how the huge companies of all sorts squeeze the little guy for everything they have with prices soaring year after year. Many people have little or no hope of realistic home ownership these days with the average price at $125K+. Car prices are equally high, with the starting cost as high as what a small house cost at the time of our childhood. With this in mind, we think the auto makers need a shake up. We think you should purchase a large amount of these new low cost new cars from India, the TA-TA (ha ha) that cost only$2500.00, import them and release them into the American market. Lower Income people deserve to drive a new cars as much as those of higher income, don't you think? The auto makers are probably already working night and day to block ANY importation of these vehicles as it could take a monster bite out of thier profits. But wouldn't it be impossible for them to stop a person such as yourself from privately importing them? It is just a crazy notion I guess. But it would great fun to see them all huff and puff in horror to have these cool little cars flood thier market! And the press for you would be phenomenal. Thanks for listening, and God bless.
[-] Posted by member1714771 on 01/20/2008 3:04 PM
I like this man. This man means business.
[-] Posted by member1934451 on 03/12/2009 4:50 PM
Hi

I just got the Trump Challenge results, it was interesting. As i was answering the questions I could see my attitude and work ethics were not stacking up positively! I am an artist from a small town in New Zealand, who made a decision to get to New York to promote my work internationally, I made it happen and got to NY within the year and am now pushing to get into a top gallery . I made a commitment to make it big here in 5 yrs and have had a solo show and am exhibiting in other international venues, however even though I am making things happen, I have been having doubts, feeling like things are happening too slowly. How does one push back self doubt and raise ones confidence when faced with new challenges. A year ago I would have given Donald a run for his money!
[-] Posted by member1984034 on 06/02/2009 6:54 AM
Hi,

Mr. Trump is my idol and that is the most useful tips, I've every hear. That's the only rules I try to follow in my life !!!


Best Regards,
Tihomir Ivanov
dev-the-web.com
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