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When you don't hit a goal, you go somewhere (physically or emotionally) to make yourself feel better. It could be an alibi, it could be some form of escape, or it could be an "at least" (at least I'm doing better than so and so). Go down that road if you're okay living with regret.

Why would you chase the hot new IPO or stock instead of investing in the business you can control the most?

Keep looking for ways to invest in yourself. Hire a personal assistant. Hire a data analyst. Spend money to buy back time. Invest in recruiting and leadership development. The best investments are usually right in front of you.

There are three levels of competitiveness. One is beating your prior best. The next is being a respected competitor in your industry. The third is chasing greatness and being on Mount Rushmore.

Know where people are holding and sell the dream that will resonate with them. Don't overwhelm people with dreams that they feel are beyond their reach. Calibrate your message accordingly.

Ryan Holiday's new book, Discipline is Destiny. This quote sums it up best: "It is through discipline that not only are all things possible, but also that all things are enhanced. And without it, even the most wonderful things turn to ash or regret."

Take the time to think about areas of your life where you feel regret. That will tell you where you need to commit to be more disciplined. For long-term thinkers, consistency wins.

Who you are now! Sam Harris said, “Whatever we seek to accomplish in life, we discover that we can never truly become happy. We can only be happy.”

Instead of waiting to hit a goal or accomplish something to be happy, find the gratitude to appreciate everything you have at this very moment.