Spirit of Leadership

CHAPTER SEVENTEEN Attitude #8 Persistence

Change is inevitable; growth is optional. A ll true leaders cultivate the attitude of persistence. The spirit of leadership never gives up until it achieves its goal. It is a spirit that never quits. Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not—nothing is more common than unsuccess ful men with talent. Genius will not—unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not—the world is filled with educated derelicts. Persistence and determination, however, are powerful forces. Persistence is the product of faith that is generated by a purpose. It is— • the power to hold on, in spite of everything. • the power to endure. • the ability to face defeat again and again and not give up. • the knack for pushing on in the face of difficulty, knowing that victory is yours.

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