Break Free! Tip: Quitting Lasts Forever

In life as in business, there are going to be times when it is easier to quit than to keep going. One of my favourite mottos comes from fitness trainer Paul Plakas, who says “pain is temporary, quitting lasts forever.” When you’re facing a business challenge, you may be looking all over the place for excuses or explanations. Sometimes, there may be valid reasons or factors outside of your control. Other times, you can trace back the cause to a decision or lack of decision that you made. Either way, making excuses is really just a form of giving yourself a rational reason to quit trying. If you are truly committed to your business, you need to be able to get past this point. Remember that obstacles are temporary, but if you give up, it lasts forever!

If you’re struggling, ask yourself one question: What opportunities are before me right now?