Good morning!
Seven years ago, I was chosen as one of the 40 most
influential business people under age 40 by the Business Journal.
There was a newspaper supplement that featured a 300 word interview
with each of the 40. The gist of the interview was, "What is your key
to success?" The bold headline below my name read: Coffee, perseverance
and faith. I have always believed that perseverance is a vital
component to realizing success in any aspect of life.
Those who reach their goals and their dreams, refuse to give up. There
are many stories that illustrate this point: the story of Edison's many
"failures" prior to successful inventions; Colonel Sanders knocking on
620 doors before finding an investor at door 621. When we believe in
our venture and ourselves, we refuse to settle for less than we deserve.
Your turn: What drives you? Is it being
the best mom you can be? The best wife? Do you have an unrealized dream
of writing a book, winning a competition, or starting a business? What
is your passion? Take a moment to evaluate what is most important to
you. Then persevere, and allow that dream to become a reality.
Your affirmation: I persevere until I
reach the dreams closest to my heart.
