SUCCESS magazine sits down with award winning actor Denzel Washington to discuss five life lessons on achieving success.



FIND A PARTNER WHO BRINGS OUT YOUR BEST.

The late director Tony Scott was considered a genuine friend by Washington. The result? Five award winning movies.



NEVER BURN A BRIDGE.

The world is your stage. Washington maintains incredible relationships with every individual he encounters.



THERE’S NO SUCH THING AS BEING TOO PREPARED.

Washington’s preparation for a role is unparalleled. He studies every aspect of it and becomes a scholar. Learn to do the same.



BE AN ACTOR, NOT A CELEBRITY.

If they see you free all week, they won’t pay to see you on the weekend. Washington maintains a low key lifestyle. Build intrigue.



START SMALL.

Success doesn’t happen overnight. Washington was once the grape in a Fruit of the Loom commercial. Appreciate the menial tasks.



