The most effective way to do it, is to do it.
To know oneself, one should assert oneself.
If you think you can do it, you can.
Know or listen to those who know.
Problems are not stop signs, they are guidelines.
If you've got a talent, protect it.
Expect problems and eat them for breakfast.
Be gentle to all and stern with yourself.
It's always too early to quit.
Do not weep do not wax indignant. Understand.
If you go on stage with the wrong attitude, or something in your performance is off, you can lose an audience in the first minute. That first minute is crucial.