To find success in your career — whether you are just starting out, looking for a change, or ready to advance— you need to create your career compass.

You need to research the trends in your field or future field to understand where it is going so that you can determine where you want your place to be within it.

Managing yourself as your own best resource ensures you are not devalued by unscrupulous employers or left with unrealized potential.

Learning from failure is a core tenet to operating a successful business, as well as growing personally. But first, you must create an environment where it is safe to fail. And that will require a mental shift.