Let’s get down to the nitty-gritty, the main part.

There are several core strengths one must have to excel, and this is unquestionable.

Many of my articles have been written to address these strengths, some concrete and observable while others abstract and unobservable.

Many of the articles to follow will address many other components of success, some in detail, others in summary format

Some will focus on practical application. Others will give a broad overview of concepts.

This article addresses the core of all success, GRIT

One of the most significant character strengths underlining success is that of Grit.

Grit in simpler terms is defined as dogged determination.

When all is said in done what will set apart the achievers from the ordinary is the unflinching desire to succeed and to persist beyond what one can conceptualize.

Talent is profuse and an abundant resource in this world.

It is not talent alone that will get you across the finish line. That will just give you a position at the starting block.

We all have the potential for greatness if we are in the right lane.

When it comes for work to be done or roles to be filled, there is no lack or insufficiency.

There is this great myth that there are more people than there are roles to fill.

Be assured nothing is by incident or accident, and everything and everyone has a purpose.

Why are there so many who drift hopelessly along.

The reasons are plentiful.

1. There  are many who do not seek to fill a purpose. They are not concerned with what contribution that they may offer the world or leave to the next generation. They are just existing just to exist.
2. Some do not understand the meaning of purpose. There is great confusion with a job and a calling. One you do to make ends meet the other you do  to meet the needs of others. Many simply cannot distinguish the difference.
3.  others are unaware of their purpose.
4. Then there are those who are too busy trying to fill someone else’s calling.

When you find out what your purpose is and demonstrate the grit necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of what is expected nothing can stop you.

What is for you, it is for you. No one else in the world will be able to fulfill your purpose to the extent that you can.

How does one develop grit?

Through deliberate, targeted practice of course.

Do something challenging (hard) and stick with it.

When you test your limits and then push to expand beyond them, you grow exponentially,

Grit is about pushing past the hard parts.

To learn to accomplish this, you must pursue a challenge.

If it is too easy, it will not work.

You have to stretch beyond your comfort zone and know that you will not be broken.

Start today.

Lay the first brick on the pathway to success.

Find your challenge and then stick with it, “just do it.”