Some simple stuff - it works

1. Keep thinking positive - be optimistic about being able to deliver-the chances are you will deliver and once the first client is pierced- the assignment is done - you will realize - this can be repeated.
2. Add value to whatever you are doing - Share information genuinely with companies you want to partner with and complement their businesses by being creative.For example talk about saving money by using tech more efficiently.Even today this works when the returns are clearly identified.
3. Accept you will have to keep finding new clients - With the same clients even you will get bored as the opportunity to learn will be minimal
4. Build models even if the model is 1+1=2 show the model to clients - simplicity in decision making helps out
   
5. Never accept defeat - Having a next to impossible goal sometimes really motivates to do what was once thought impossible - the best examples are Russia sending a dog into space and US sending man to the moon.
6. Think green,think clean and use tech better save the world-be rational about the same.
7. Ignore Naysayers - There will be negative people always - listen to them and improve if possible or plain and simple avoid them-even better will be use a favorite solution of mine,I stood where I am - the world beneath me rotated-it also means learn to carry the masses along with you.
8. Always think about minimizing expenses-to the society and to yourself.Raising voices in public forums work many a time.
9. Be open to getting help - there are people who need help - you could be one and may not know it so find your partner-a person who actually show the real situation to you-a person who will give you a dose of reality-In other words find your mentors-financial,technical and down to earth people.
10. Keep your family and friends in the loop - it helps to share your dreams and aspirations.
11. Do some not for profit work too-it works!
12. Join a supportive network like your school's alumni association or a local business chambers of commerce-what ever.
13. Pray - it helps you remain sane (this is my opinion only-I also pray to Allah - the Almighty for help)
    
14. Read motivational quotes - if they can do it so can we!