"When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise" - 10:19.
It's not necessary to speak your mind on every occasion. Sometimes silence is the better part of wisdom.
"If you are wise, your wisdom will reward you. If you are a mocker, you alone will suffer" - 9:2.
It is in your best interests to seek wisdom about your life's work and decisions.
"Does not wisdom call out? Does not understanding raise her voice?" - 8:1.
God always makes His wisdom available, but you have to want to hear it in order to receive it.
"Bind them [God's commands] on your fingers; write them on the tablet of your heart" - 7:3.
It’s important that you spend time listening and then following the will of God as explained in His Word.
"Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise!" - 6:6.
Hard work is God’s idea so you are wise to watch and emulate the common ant, and learn from their industrious ways.
"For the lips of an adulteress drip honey, and her speech is smoother than oil" - 5:3.
Many causes, philosophies, worldviews, and people try to beguile you with convincing arguments that are contrary to God and His Word.
"The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining ever brighter till the full light of day" - 4:18.
Guidance should not be a challenge for you because God wants you to know and do His will.
"Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine" - 3:9-10.
One of the best means to determine your trust level in God is your giving.
"And if you look for it [wisdom] as for silver and search for it [wisdom] as for hidden treasure" - 2:4.
Are you willing to pay the price to find wisdom and then pay the price to apply it?
"For the waywardness of the simple will kill them, and the complacency of fools destroy them" - 1:32.
Setting big goals for personal growth is important for your success in the Lord.