Persistence

If someone says, “I have worked hard, and I have not been successful,” don’t believe him.

If someone says, “I have not worked hard and I have been successful,” don’t believe him.

If someone says, “I have worked hard, and I have been successful,” believe him!

Megilla, 6b

OBJECTIVES

1. Fellows will know why Persistence and grit are important to leadership success.
2. Fellows will know why Persistence is more critical than talent and potential for success in leadership.
3. Fellows will know what habits and personal commitments will help them become more persistent.

STUDENT NOTE

Make sure to answer all parts of each question to receive full credit.

Solomon strongly recommends using the physical textbook to read the materials.