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Motivational Monday - The Courage to Succeed

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Motivational Monday - The Courage to Succeed

Before we experience success, we must face the courage to fail. The biggest mistake we make in business (and in life), is not taking action because of our fear of making a mistake. 

 

We fear mistakes and failure more than just about anything in life. In fact, our fear of failure can sometimes lead to a form of paralysis. We are so fearful that failure is in our future, we won’t even take necessary steps to try something new. 

 

The courage to succeed

 

There are really only two mistakes we should fear - not starting and not finishing. Don’t allow fear of starting a difficult journey force you to give up before you’ve mustered up the courage to at least start. 

 

Remember - as Zig Ziglar said, “Success doesn't define you, and neither does failure.


Happy Monday!

 

© Debe Maxwell | The Maxwell House Group | RE/MAX Executive | CharlotteBroker@icloud.com | Motivational Monday - The Courage to Succeed

Comments(21)

Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Debe, you can never go wrong with Sir Winston Churchill or Zig Ziglar, truly an awesome message... now some people do not get this concept hence they fail...Endre

May 06, 2019 10:23 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Debe.

I have never been one of those who won't start something for fear of failure.  Goodness knows I've failed time and time again

May 07, 2019 02:53 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I totally agree. A fear of failure (and of success) can keep people in a never-ending state of limbo.

May 07, 2019 02:53 AM
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

The more failure we have just keep on pushing because know that success is right around the next bend.

May 07, 2019 03:11 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Good morning Debe - courage to continue is a key success factor and some call it persistence.

May 07, 2019 03:26 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Debe. This is terrific and true. I really like the Churchill quote.

May 07, 2019 03:56 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

We can never regret trying can we Debe?  Have a great week!

May 07, 2019 05:26 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Debe - it's a lot more than the ol' college try.  But that too is a part of it, right?  

May 07, 2019 05:28 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Debe. Those who can overcome the fear of failure have the best chance of success. Enjoy your day!

May 07, 2019 05:29 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Good morning, Debe Maxwell, CRS what a great topic and well written post...loved it.... I've been up and down in this business MANY times, but I never stayed down long enough for anyone to notice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

May 07, 2019 05:52 AM
Amanda S. Davidson
Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By Real - Alexandria, VA
Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale

Debe, this is a wonderful message and one that applies to any and everyone. I've had ups and downs and am sure that will continue, it's all part of the journey. I'll take that over playing it safe any day. The downs make me appreciate the ups!

May 07, 2019 06:03 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

Excellent motovation Debe Maxwell, CRS . I've never been afraid to fail or finish but I can't say I've been a huge success either... yet 

May 07, 2019 06:06 AM
Beth Atalay
Cam Realty and Property Management - Clermont, FL
Cam Realty of Clermont FL

Hi Debe Maxwell, CRS, not everyone can accept failure but it's part of success. Great message!

May 07, 2019 07:18 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Debe,  You pick a great quote by Winston for sure.  I have have to always say I am impress with his quotes always!

 

May 07, 2019 09:11 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

HI Debe Maxwell, CRS - This is great advice to remember when working on any project. 

May 07, 2019 09:18 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Debe one sure way to fail, is to be paralyzed by the fear of failing.  Inaction never produces success.

May 07, 2019 01:41 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Debe- I love the message here and with the quotes. Succeed or fail...the important thing is that you did something. 

May 07, 2019 06:03 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Debe Maxwell, CRS - May you always have the courage to face any adversity and the strength to keep going when the going gets tough. You wear your heart on your sleeve and a smile on your face with determination to succeed. Truly, you are an inspiration and someone who inspires. 

May 08, 2019 08:27 AM
M.C. Dwyer
Melody Russell Team at eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Felton, CA
MC Dwyer-Santa Cruz Mountains Property Specialist

Thank you for sharing - I wasn't familiar with the Winston Churchill quote,

"Success is not final, Failure is not Fatal.   It is the Courage to Continue that Counts."      I retyped that to help embed it in my own mind....

May 08, 2019 09:03 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

This is excellent advice to share.

Have a most productive spring.

May 09, 2019 06:16 AM