Online StoreHow to Turn Persistence into Dynamite?
Many entrepreneurs only see the obstacles at this juncture. They lose sight of their original vision.
Not realizing a breakthrough is on the horizon, they cave in to discouragement, opposition and obstacles. Persistence is the power that will charge through that invisible barrier.
A persistent mindset enables you to continue firmly down the path.
“Just because something doesn’t do what you planned it to do doesn’t mean it’s useless…. Reverses should be an incentive to great accomplishment. Results? Why, man, I have gotten lots of results! If I find 10,000 ways something won’t work, I haven’t failed. I am not discouraged, because every wrong attempt discarded is just one more step forward…. There are no rules here, we’re just trying to accomplish something.” ~Thomas Edison
Thomas Edison had boasted he would invent a safe, mild, and inexpensive electric light. After spending $40,000, and performing 1200 experiments, he succeeded.
When he hit the Discouragement Barrier, what if he had quit? The world would be sitting in the dark!
Even the dictionary list obstacles first, followed by persistence. And if you keep going you’ll reach success.
When you overcome struggles and obstacles, they will strengthen you. They show you how far you’ve come. Their main purpose is to help you grow. Understanding this purpose will keep discouragement in perspective. If you stay focused on obstacles, you’ll questions your vision and self doubt takes over. That lack of confidence leaves you vulnerable to fear and criticism. Causing you to stop pursuing your dreams and ideas.
Make a conscious decision to become persistent. Train yourself and develop this vital trait.
Napoleon Hill gives eight factors that persistence is based upon:
1. Definite goal - know exactly what you want.
2. An Intense Desire
3. Self-reliance -the belief to carry out your plan
4. Definite plans - written organized plan.
5. Accurate knowledge - knowing your plan is sound.
6. Cooperation - surround yourself with others who will support you in developing persistence.
7. Will power - concentrate your thoughts on obtaining your goals.
8. Habit - persistence is a direct result of making it a habit.
4 Steps on Developing Persistence
1. A written purpose is a must along with a burning desire to obtain it.
2. How will you make it happen? Write a plan of action and what you need to make it a reality.
3. Close your mind to negativity and discouraging influences. Self talk can be the most damaging. Watch what you say to yourself.
4. Develop a group of people who will encourage you but also hold you accountable to follow through on your actions.
More than 60 years ago, on Oct. 29, Winston Churchill gave a speech. His words are still vital today: “Never give in–never, never, never, never, in nothing great or small, large or petty, never give in except to convictions of honor and good sense. Never yielded to force; never yielded to the apparently overwhelming might of the enemy.”
Believe in yourself. Believe in your goals. Stay focused. Never change your goal-just your plans, replace the plan if necessary, but not your goal.
Persistence must become a way of life if you want to succeed. By learning to overcome problems and barriers, you can become a tremendous person
