PERSISTENT Resolute Ambitious Purposeful Diligent Hard-working Determined

What is it? The commitment to keep going regardless… PERSISTENCE Knowing what you want and going after it Overcoming internal and external obstacles Opposition Uncertainty Fatigue Difficulty Disappointment Possible Failure

What is it? PERSISTENCE DETERMINATIONmental toughness + HARD WORKmental toughness in action From homeless to Harvard the story of Liz Murray Completing a 4-year program in only 77 years--the oldest college graduate ever

How do I communicate it? PERSISTENCE Know what you want Speak or write your goals Be direct, articulate, assertive, confident Develop a plan Consult with others But do not cave to negativity Work your plan Adjust or modify if needed But don’t quit!

What is the result? PERSISTENCE PERSONAL You know you tried your best PROFESSIONAL Recognition, raises, promotions SOCIAL Admiration and inspiration

What is the result? PERSISTENCE PERSONAL Regret, under- achievement PROFESSIONAL Unremarkable, below average SOCIAL Unattractive to the successful What if you LACK diligence and persistence?

How do I cultivate it? PERSISTENCE Believe in yourself Celebrate your successes, and learn from your failures. When you get up after a fall, which direction do you face? Decide what you want …and go for it! Don’t stop till you’ve reached your full potential.