Follow your instincts5 of 9Karen Hertz has been an attorney, music writer, public relations agency founder and the inventor of The Racktrap (a bra accessory) -- all in the past five years."It may sound cliche, but I would say the biggest lesson learned is to truly believe in yourself," says Hertz. "Don't listen to the naysayers. Don't even tell people what you are doing if that will jeopardize your success. And always follow your instincts. Even when it doesn't seem apparent, be open to meeting all kinds of people and to all the possibilities life has to offer." Related Articles:Volunteers boost their careers5 secrets of franchisingFind, keep temporary jobTop 10 work-at-home jobsRelated Links:Pursue your passionSlash job hunt costs11 'fallback' careersMore career stories advertisement
Karen Hertz has been an attorney, music writer, public relations agency founder and the inventor of The Racktrap (a bra accessory) -- all in the past five years.
"It may sound cliche, but I would say the biggest lesson learned is to truly believe in yourself," says Hertz. "Don't listen to the naysayers. Don't even tell people what you are doing if that will jeopardize your success. And always follow your instincts. Even when it doesn't seem apparent, be open to meeting all kinds of people and to all the possibilities life has to offer."
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