How You Can Focus and Finish Strong (Part 2)

1. Commit to Prevail.

The word “prevail,” that Columbus used, means “to be greater in strength and influence.”  While many of us ultimately rely on a strength greater then ourselves, success still calls for an unqualified personal dedication and determination. Don’t start anything significant unless you are committed to prevailing.  Like the explorers, there will be too much invested and too many lives involved for you to turn back. 

Prevailing also requires a commitment of time and energy.  The reality is that most ventures require more time and energy then anticipated.  To prevail means that we will invest the time, no matter how much it takes, to reach the goal.  You must believe that the benefit is worth the cost.  Remember also, that in order to prevail the project must be in agreement with your personal values. The benefit of succeeding must be meaningful to you and those that labor with you.  Ask yourself and those you will be relying upon whether life will be better as a result.  You must believe that the benefit is worth the cost.  (To be continued.)