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Dear Entrepreneur, Persistence Beats Intelligence Hands Down As The Key To Success

BY Steve Biko · May 22, 2023 03:05 pm

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“Most successful people are not those who are most intelligent. Successful people are those who are most persistent”

Success is often attributed to intelligence, talent, or even luck. However, many successful people attribute their achievements to persistence. Persistence is the quality of continuing to pursue a goal or objective despite obstacles, setbacks, or failures. It is the ability to keep going when things get tough.

One example of a successful person who demonstrated persistence is Thomas Edison. Edison is known for his invention of the light bulb, but what many people don’t know is that he failed thousands of times before finally succeeding. Edison famously said, “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” His persistence paid off, and he eventually succeeded in creating a working light bulb.

Another example of a successful person who demonstrated persistence is J.K. Rowling. Rowling is the author of the Harry Potter series, one of the most successful book series of all time. However, before she achieved success, Rowling faced numerous rejections from publishers. She persisted and continued to submit her manuscript until it was finally accepted and published.

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A third example of a successful person who demonstrated persistence is Oprah Winfrey. Winfrey is one of the most successful talk show hosts and media moguls of all time. However, she faced numerous obstacles and setbacks on her path to success. Winfrey was fired from her first job as a television news anchor and was told she was “unfit for TV.” She persisted and eventually landed her own talk show, which became one of the most successful shows in television history.

These examples demonstrate that persistence is a key factor in achieving success. While intelligence and talent are important, they are not enough on their own. Success often requires overcoming obstacles and setbacks, and persistence is the quality that allows people to keep going despite these challenges.

In conclusion, the statement “Most successful people are not those who are most intelligent. Successful people are those who are most persistent” is accurate. Success often requires more than just intelligence or talent; it requires the ability to persist in the face of obstacles and setbacks. The examples of Thomas Edison, J.K. Rowling, and Oprah Winfrey demonstrate that persistence can be a key factor in achieving success.

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