“Persistence isn’t just continuing to try — it’s the runway that gives your talent time to take off.”

—Shane Parrish, Author of Farnam Street Blog

Image from Unsplash by Daniel Eldest

Persistence isn’t just about stubbornly trying again and again — it’s the runway that gives our talent the time and space to take off.

Think of your dreams and skills as a plane without enough runway. Even the most powerful engines can’t lift you into the sky.

It’s showing up, learning, and growing through every setback.

Over time, those steady efforts compound, and suddenly, what once seemed impossible becomes second nature.

EXERCISE:

What are some real-life examples of persistence that have lead you to success? How did adjusting your course along the way help your efforts take flight?