One Key to Success: Intelligent Persistence

 

"If at first you don't succeed, try, try again", goes a famous saying. I would have to disagree with that adage somewhat, only because it seems to ignore an important point that is necessary to consider if you are seriously trying to succeed at any endeavor. The point is that you need to make certain to employ strategy in your attempts. Good strategy is the key to victory in any situation you find yourself in. Strategy and solid tactical execution are the core ingredients towards the realization of a desired result. You should ask yourself what is the best move I can make at this point, from either the strategic or tactical perspectives and then make resolutely certain to do it. It is not simply a matter of trying and trying again and again until something works out for you. You need to be thoughtful about your approach, be willing to adjust when necessary, and keep your eyes open for openings. You should expect to "try, try, again", and certainly do so, but combine that dogged determination with stratagem. Use your brain. Be resolute. Be intelligently persistent.