By studying the behaviors of thousands of self-made millionaires Brian Tracy has summarized common 21 qualities of success. These principles, although obvious to some, are timeless and should not be underestimated. When you these, you can dramatically change your thoughts, actions, habits, income and lifestyle. We all have access to information and knowledge. It's how we apply them that makes the difference between success and non-success.

Here are 21 qualities of self made millionaires, summarized below

1. Dream Big Dreams. Visualize, imagine and create an exciting picture of abundance peace and joy.

2. Develop a clear sense of direction. Discover where you want to head. Know where your sails are slanted and where you are headed. This is the basis of goal setting.

3. See Yourself As Self-Employed. The more control you give to your future, the more you will be able to influence career and your financial life. It will not be left to the whim and fancies of your employer. Once you see this, you will embark on an exciting journey.

4. Do What You Love To Do. Don't we all want to do that? And get paid to boot! Find your passion, think of creative ways to monetize that passion and go for it!

5. Commit to Excellence. We are all made for excellence. This is how to practically visualize it and really move into the top 10 percent. And enjoy in the process.

6. Work Longer and Harder. Don't let this fool you. The trick is to work and get in the flow, work smarter and organize your time so you get more done and get more kick and value into your work.

7. Dedicate Yourself to Lifelong Learning. This is essential to success and earning ability. All successful people never stop learning.

8. Pay Yourself First. The most powerful process of wealth accumulation which everyone on this earth has the ability to and should apply.

9. Learn Every Detail of the Business. Become an expert in your chosen field. Excel and overcome.

10. Dedicate Yourself to Serving Others. Best kept secret and the starting point of all personal fortunes. It has proven time and again to work. And bring personal satisfaction and abundance.

11. Be Absolutely Honest With Yourself and Others. Integrity is everything. Period.

12. Set Priorities and Concentrate Single mindedly.

Focus is the key. On the things that matter.

13. Develop a Reputation for Speed and Dependability.

Give yourself the winning edge in everything you do.

14. Be Prepared to Climb From Peak to Peak.

Learn to recognize cycles and trends and adjust your course accordingly.

15. Practice Self-Discipline In All Things. Develop the most important quality for financial and personal success.

16. Unlock Your Inborn Creativity. This is an untapped secret which many miss out on. Unlocking this alone will immensely increase the ability to solve any problem, overcome any obstacle.

17. Get Around The Right People. Surround yourself with winners.

18. Take Excellent Care of Your Physical Health. Develop and maintain high levels of energy and fitness, leading to a more energetic, fuller life.

19. Be Decisive and Action Oriented. Identify the most important action steps you can take immediately.

20. Never Allow Failure To Be An Option. Overcome the fears that hold most people back. Most of them have been imagined or created by experiences.

21. Pass the "Persistence Test". Learn how to bounce back from defeat and never, never give up.

Be a self made millionaire. Pick a few qualities right now and concentrate on mastering them today. You'll be surprised in no time these will be interalised and be a natural part of you. You would have developed habits that serve you well for the rest of your live. Be, do and have and achieve success.