The Advice 50 Business Leaders and Celebrities Would Give Their Younger Selves Oprah Winfrey, Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates share their insights.

By Stephen J. Bronner Edited by Dan Bova

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There are many obstacles on the way to success, but fortunately, others have already made it there and could provide insights and advice for the rest of us.

AdView compiled a graphic of 50 business leaders and celebrities with the advice they'd share with their younger selves. Check it out below.

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