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fromThe Washington Post
19 hours ago

He lost his wedding ring on a 50-acre farm. It was returned 15 years later.

"Lost wedding Ring Band, Do not throw Away." This note remained on the bulletin board for 15 years, keeping the memory of the lost ring alive in the farm's office.
US news
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why 'The Shawshank Redemption' is the best movie about investing ever made

The story of Andy Dufresne's time in Shawshank provides a blueprint for smart financial choices, emphasizing the importance of hope and long-term planning.
Film
#mindset
#career-transition
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Relationships

I'm a former Google exec who's manipulated people to get what I want. When done right, it's an essential career skill.

fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Relationships

I'm a former Google exec who's manipulated people to get what I want. When done right, it's an essential career skill.

fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

We'll have done it first': what it takes to set a new Guinness World Record

Saseendran, motivated by an enduring passion for aviation and memory challenges, successfully achieved her dream of setting a unique Guinness World Record, after years of diligent preparation.
NYC food
fromsportslens.com
3 weeks ago

A.J. Greer Makes Emotional Stanley Cup Final Debut

A.J. Greer's long journey to the Stanley Cup Final showcases the power of persistence, humility, and hard work through setbacks and injuries.
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

Ireland v Senegal: Debut boy Kasey McAteer puts Boys In Green ahead

The Brentford man flicks the corner into a dangerous central position, showcasing the importance of teamwork in creating scoring opportunities, even from a chaotic setup.
Chelsea
#entrepreneurship
fromFox Sports
1 month ago

'I wasn't expecting a reply': Ange's classy, two-word text to Carlton coach after Europa triumph

Voss noted that working with Postecoglou emphasized the need for persistence in coaching, reinforcing his own beliefs about achieving generational change.
Liverpool FC
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Knowing When to Give Up

In Adam Phillips' book, On Giving Up, he argues that persistence can become tyrannical and narrow our minds from other aspects in life: "There can be a tyranny of completion, of finishing things, which can narrow our minds unduly." Some forms of persistence can become fixations and take on extra-symbolic weight, causing harm or neglect in other areas of our life.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I landed my dream job at Adobe after applying to the company 12 times. A video cover letter helped me stand out.

"Creating a video cover letter set me apart from the multitude of applicants, showcasing my creativity and passion for design, which resonated with Adobe’s culture."
Graphic design
#inspiration
Juventus
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

'Jeopardy!' contestant with Parkinson's disease wins after missing two chances to compete over 24-year span: 'A longtime dream'

Persistence paid off for Harvey Silikovitz, who fulfilled his lifelong dream of participating in 'Jeopardy!' despite living with Parkinson's disease.
Juventus
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

'Jeopardy!' contestant with Parkinson's disease wins after missing two chances to compete over 24-year span: 'A longtime dream'

Persistence paid off for Harvey Silikovitz, who fulfilled his lifelong dream of participating in 'Jeopardy!' despite living with Parkinson's disease.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

How Lawyers Can Maximize The Benefits Of Networking - Above the Law

Networking is about forging meaningful relationships and not just accumulating business contacts. The most successful networkers prioritize adding value to others and strategic partnerships.
Growth hacking
Growth hacking
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Why Hustle Culture Is Failing You

Hustle culture promotes unrealistic expectations, often resulting in burnout.
Consistent effort and enjoying the process are crucial for genuine success.
Personal growth should focus on controllable factors, not external validation.
Sustainable persistence is more valuable than relentless hustle.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Harriette Cole: I was born to act, and my family doesn't take it seriously

Persistence and passion in acting is essential, despite lack of family support.
Direct your focus on pursuing your dream, rather than seeking validation from family.
Parenting
fromIndiegraf
4 months ago

Building a Sustainable Routine for Ad Sales Success - Indiegraf Experts

Developing a consistent ad sales routine is essential for steady revenue generation.
Marketing tech
fromTODAY.com
5 months ago

A single mom passed the bar exam on her first try. Her kids' reaction went viral

Gordon recalls her journey, saying, "If you concentrate on all the bad things that can happen, you're not going to do it. My therapist convinced me to take the first step in pursuing law school despite the challenges I faced as a working single mom."
Miscellaneous
fromAeon
5 months ago

Why prayer is a problem-solving practice that works | Aeon Essays

Problems are complex and dealing with them involves much more than a single decision; it requires understanding the problem state, goal state, and operations involved.
philosophy
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