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Are You Prepared to Persevere?

Are you prepared to persevere in your business? Are you prepared to persevere in your life?

According to Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, to persevere means “to persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counterinfluences, opposition, or discouragement.”

Let’s explore these questions together!

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The Determination to Persevere

Seriously, have you ever pondered the sheer determination of ants? They’re amazing!

I felt really bad last week, having to call in the bug squad not once but twice to handle a “situation.” It seems a bustling colony of these little fellers had discovered that we, oh joy, serve FOOD in our home.

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At first I picked them up one by one and carried them outside to enjoy life elsewhere. (I know… I’m a softie.)

But then, well, it got a little out of hand… They must have been planning this massive invasion for months.

Bottom Line: Only Death Can Dissuade Ants From Fulfilling Their Mission!!!

I don’t know about you, but I’m not quite that determined to persevere in my business.

I am, however, that determined to persevere in leading a purposeful, meaningful life.

What about you?

[To read more, please visit http://joryfisher.com/2013/06/are-you-prepared-to-persevere/ ]

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