When people start on a new venture they often scan the long road ahead and wonder if there’s a way of getting to their destination a little faster. So they spend time searching for shortcuts to that destination.
Some people find the answer quickly, others take longer, but eventually everybody comes to the same conclusion. The shortcut to success is hard work. Work hard at learning everything you need to know about what you’re doing or what you want to do.
No magic bullet
If you’re not expecting to somehow run into the magic bullet for success you won’t waste time searching for it. You will spend your time wisely, working diligently on one thing to the next. You will set goals and work toward them, one at a time.
Hard work is a state of mind
As much as anything, hard work is a state of mind. It’s the decision to put all your efforts and dedication into what you’re doing instead of wasting time searching for an easier way. In the words of the great coach John Wooden, “Success travels in the company of hard work. There is no trick, no easy way.”
Work hard. Fail or succeed at each task before you, learn from it and move on to the next thing. That is how you will find success. Hard work will inspire you to search out people who can help with advice or suggestions.
With the right mindset hard work doesn’t feel hard at all
Each accomplishment takes you closer to that destination you’re heading for. That sense of accomplishment inspires you to keep going and keep working. With the right mindset, hard work doesn’t seem hard at all. It feels like the shortcut you’re looking for!
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