http://www.fool.co.uk/news/your-money/2008/08/01/the-five-essential-rules-of-business.aspx?source=uemfoleml0010038

The Fool gives the 5 essential rules of business:
1. Pay attention to detail
2. Aim for perfection, not perfectionism
3. Learn practical creativity
4. Brush up your people skills
5. Face failure