People need a "Why?". I'm a big fan of Simon Sinek, people need to know why they're doing what they're doing, me included, and they want to work at a company with values and a culture that matches those values and I think that those things matter even in a pure tech company.

It's better to hang out with people better than you. Pick out associates whose behavior is better than yours and you'll drift in that direction.

Spend time with people who know how to use their days well. Just as iron sharpens iron, positive people will inspire you to be positive.

Surround yourself only with people who are going to take you higher.

This world is a bitter tree, it has only two sweet nectar like fruits - one is soft voice and the other is company of gentlemen.

Every action in company ought to be with some sign of respect to those present.