8 Executives were asked what was the best piece of advice they had ever been given.

You can read the full article here – but I thought Ashley Mady’s response was brilliant.

“Hard work always pays off, so be the first one to arrive, the last one to leave and remember your experience directly benefits you in the end. The world can strip you of your job or close doors in your face, but your knowledge is something you get to walk away with fully intact and ready for the next adventure.”                      

Colleges should paste that quote to the bottom of every graduates’ diploma – Ashley’s advice is that good.