You really received good information for the long term if you could find it. -Work hard, -dont let anything stop you from reaching your goals, -the road to your destination probably wont be the one you expect so be flexible, -be humble means be your own best, not about comparing your skills to others, seek to meet or exceed the minimum standards set just like everyone else -don't be so desperate to get to the next step that you sell short your true value as a professional, -be aware of the negatives of the industry so as not to create unrealistic expectations when you get there.
Might I also add to not have "get-there-itis", enjoy each stage of the career, and dont wait for the next stage to occur before you feel satisfied. Also, as a new guy, your equally experienced peers are not your competition for a job, root for each other because you never know who will help who later on.

I can tell your right now your enthusiasm and excitement are sky high (no pun intended), so why don't you put it to good use getting and get a head start on the knowledge you will need anyway. Get some good text books and start soaking up everything in there and learning. It will make training that much more a quick and easy and give you a practical outlet for your ambition. Good Luck.