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Psychologists have recently discovered that “grit” – defined as the unique ability to set a specific goal and do whatever it takes until that goal is reached – is a key element of achieving success in life.

If you are like me, that discovery is not exactly earth-shattering news. Recall that Thomas Edison once said, “success is one percent inspiration and 99 percent perspiration.” Working hard, persisting in the face of obstacles, focusing on the task at hand and persevering until the job is done – those are things you do every day, all day. And in today’s economic climate, the need for grit is a necessity and not just an empty buzzword.

But what’s interesting is that psychologists are now able to scientifically evaluate the relative importance of traits like intelligence, innate talent and grit to lifetime achievement. As an article on the discovery points out, grit is an essential and often overlooked component of success.

So while you may be talented and intelligent, your ability as an entrepreneur to do whatever it takes to achieve your goals may just be the most important asset you have.

And remember, too, that mingling with others who have grit is valuable. You’ll find that at the SAF Phoenix 2009. Hope to see you (and your grit) there.

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avatar Katy Perry
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Thank you very much for the interesting article. It is for the first time that I visit this site, but I am rather impressed. What you write about grid is absolutely right. It is such a common case when a person has everything except for self-motivation and persistence and he doesn't use his skills and knowledge because of laziness or absence of trust. And vica versa, there are many people who manage to develop their skills and talents just because they have grid. Take for example Katy Perry ( http://mp3prostore.net/ArtistName/Katy_Perry/2190605/mp3 ) , she is beautiful and talented, but without self motivation what would she be now? I really admire this woman for her strong character and will. She may be a good example to all of us.
Tuesday 14 September 2010, 23:36
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Grit is so useful. Without grit we would never get anything done! http://christeningpres ents.org
Wednesday 07 September 2011, 14:38
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