Here is a partial list of lessons I have learned the hard way or have gleaned from other people’s experiences.
- When possible choose your climbing partners wisely. Your life may depend on it!
- Work together.
- Be prepared to lead through weakness.
- Utilize the talents of your team.
- Listen to the conservative vote.
- Prepare well for all situations.
- Listen to experience.
- Leave yourself options.
- Realize the value of life.
- Set your goals high and break them down into small pieces.
- Always do a pack dump – release what can you do without.
- Seek the higher road.
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