In our continuation of our precis of Think and Grow Rich, we now look at the importance of persistence in achieving success.

This is a very strong chapter in the book and suggests that this is really a cornerstone attribute that you need to focus on.

Let us check out some of the better and more relevant quotes in the chapter on persistence:

“Will-power and desire, when properly combined, make an irresistible pair”

“The majority of people are ready to throw their aims and
purposes overboard, and give up at the first sign of opposition
or misfortune. A few carry on DESPITE all opposition, until
they attain their goal.”

“EVERY FAILURE BRINGS WITH IT THE
SEED OF AN EQUIVALENT ADVANTAGE.”

“lack of persistence is one of the major causes of failure.
Moreover, experience with thousands of people has proved
that lack of persistence is a weakness common to the majority
of men. It is a weakness which may be overcome by effort”

What you need to have to develop high levels of persistence:

1. A DEFINITE PURPOSE BACKED BY BURNING
DESIRE FOR ITS FULFILLMENT.
2. A DEFINITE PLAN, EXPRESSED IN CONTINUOUS
ACTION.
3. A MIND CLOSED TIGHTLY AGAINST ALL
NEGATIVE AND DISCOURAGING INFLUENCES, including
negative suggestions of relatives, friends and acquaintances.
4. A FRIENDLY ALLIANCE WITH ONE OR MORE
PERSONS WHO WILL ENCOURAGE ONE TO FOLLOW
THROUGH WITH BOTH PLAN AND PURPOSE.

Persistence, persistence, persistence!!

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