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Always be on time! Its better to be an Hour early, than 5 minutes Late.

Organizational skills. Timeliness. Discipline. Respect for my country and dedication to the flag and what it stands for.

I didn't learn from time as a Marine (from my dad) to always be punctual) but I did learn far greater attention to detail and that helped me a great deal as a tile, Marble and remodeling contractor. NEVER GIVE UP! Considering my health issues of the past 2 decades many would simply curl up in a ball and quit. I WON'T QUIT

Accountability, being on time, excuses have limited range

Personal responsibility, self discipline, self confidence.

Personal discipline and accountability. Since I got out of the Army, I have realized just how rampant the lack of both is, in the civilian world. So I've made it my personal mission to instill them both in my children and my loved ones. I don't want to see them out there making fools of themselves or being seen as unreliable.

The discipline to properly care for myself, including bathing, regular clothes washing, dental health, physical health, eating right, exercise and getting the correct amount of sleep (although that wasn't possible in the military sometimes)

Discipline and respect for authority - whether I like the authority or not.

Respect Authority, Don't Quit, Make the best of your situation. Aspire for greater things because things usually don't get handed to you, you have to go get them.

Discipline, integrity , honour, mateship, lasting friendships