Last 5 minutes

Author: Sun Xuguang
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: A must-read for employees of top-tier companies, a classic on self-motivation for outstanding individuals.
Failure is a wolf; the faster you run, the harder it chases. The only way to conquer failure is to fight it, persist until—the last 5 minutes.
Amway’s success today was not without challenges. In fact, we have faced many difficulties and problems, but we have faced them bravely. As for the so-called secret, it’s actually quite simple—it mainly stems from our ability to continuously summarize the experiences of predecessors and combine these lessons with an unyielding spirit. As long as we persevere, success is inevitable。——Steve W. Anderson, Chairman of the Amway Global Board of Directors
Salespeople must master themselves, understand human nature, and enjoy interacting with people. They must stand up and speak eloquently—even if others think it’s foolish—and persist until the end. Almost all buyers will reject you at first, so excellent salespeople will persevere until the buyer nods in agreement。——William Wrigley, Founder of Wrigley’s Gum
Why do some people become stronger in the face of adversity, while others crumble? Why can some companies weather crises while others face bankruptcy? What factors ultimately determine success and failure? Anyone who perseveres and ultimately achieves success believes in these principles:
● Difficulties are inevitable;
● Every difficulty is temporary;
● Every difficulty hides an opportunity;
● Persistence leads to turning the tables.
Only those who persevere will succeed, while those who give up midway are destined to fail. All life wisdom and business experience tell us:
● Successful employees persist, while failing employees give up;
● Successful managers persist, while failing managers give up;
● Successful entrepreneurs persist, while unemployed entrepreneurs give up;
● Successful companies persist, while failing companies give up.
Any success comes from facing difficulties with a positive attitude and persisting until the end. Success belongs to those who persevere to—the last 5 minutes!