Power and Influence - Colin Powell

The following is a list of rules from Colin Powell to achieve power and influence:

1. It ain't as bad as you think. It will look better in the morning.
2. Get mad; then get over it.
3. Avoid having your ego so close to your position that when your position falls, your ego goes with it.
4. It CAN be DONE!
5. Be careful what you choose. You may get it.
6. Don't let adverse facts stand in the way of a good decision.
7. You can't make someone else's choices. You shouldn't let someone else make yours.
8. Check small things.
9. Share credit.
10. Remain Calm. Be kind.
11. Have a vision. Be demanding.
12. Don't take counsel of your fears or naysayers.
13. Perpetual optimism is a force multiplier.
    

Colin Powell forged a reputation of integrity to become one of the nation's most respected leaders.

(source: My American Journey, autobiography written with Joseph E. Persico)