If there is a single Netflix character that I embody when I need any ounce of bravery, confidence, or intimidation, it would be Francis (Frank) Underwood from House of Cards. Having just binge-watched season four in about two days, I feel truly inspired by the fictional politician we love to hate and hate to love. Allow me to showcase some of Frank's finer words of wisdom, and utilize their message the next time you need to buck up and get down to business.

1. Stand by your words.

When giving your word, ensure you can actually give your word, no matter how the situation may play out.

2. Have some confidence.

3. Stopping and smelling the roses is not efficient.

Don't get me wrong, it's not that enjoying life is not something you should take the time to do every once in a while, but be cautious in of your time management.

4. Be reluctant to wear your heart on your sleeve.

5. After all, when it comes to professional success, emotions are best left out of the equation.

6. Don't be afraid to be selfish.

Being focused on yourself, especially in college, is rarely a bad thing. In fact, some of the most successful graduates I know were not worried about what anyone else thought upon making their decisions that led to their successful career paths.

7. Along the lines of being self-interested, independence is never a bad thing.

Never let others drag you down on the path to achieving your goals. If you let outside influences get in the way, you might never reach them. Hence, finding independence and being okay with being alone can allow you to truly flourish.

8. You may lose a few on your way to the top.

Don't be surprised when people who you thought would be there for you in the long run seem to disappear along the way; the pain is temporary, but regret is a wound that takes much longer to heal.

9. Sleep is most certainly for the weak.

But also very necessary for carpe diem; find your balance.

10. Remember you deserve nothing, but you can earn anything you set your mind to.

Nothing is guaranteed in this life, work your way to the top. Then and only then will you truly deserve all the success that comes to you.

11. Walk away from the toxic people in your life.

You don't need them anyway.

12. If this is too much for you to handle. . .

Perhaps reevaluate how strong you want to be and where you see yourself in the years to come. I'm not saying be a cold heart-ed shrewd, but certainly embody a little Frank Underwood when things get rough. It will give you that extra feeling of abrasive confidence to conquer anything that comes your way.