Burning desire Quote by Napoleon Hill
““First, the huge United States Steel Corporation was born in the mind of Charles M. Schwab, in the form of an IDEA he created through his IMAGINATION! Second, he mixed FAITH with his IDEA. Third, he formulated a PLAN for the transformation of his IDEA into physical and financial reality. Fourth, he put his plan into action with his famous speech at the University Club. Fifth, he applied, and followed-through on his PLAN with PERSISTENCE, and backed it with firm DECISION until it had been fully carried out. Sixth, he prepared the way for success by a BURNING DESIRE for success. If you are one of those who have often wondered how great fortunes are accumulated, this story of the creation of the United States Steel Corporation will be enlightening.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill, 1937
The passage outlines a step‑by‑step process: vision, faith, planning, action, persistence, and desire, to turn an idea into a successful enterprise.
In simple terms: Ideas need belief, plan, action, persistence, and desire to succeed.
Key Takeaway
Follow a disciplined roadmap from idea to reality.
Themes
entrepreneurship
goal setting
motivation
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- startup launch
- product development
- career change
- personal projects
Key Concepts
vision
faith
planning
action
persistence
desire
Questions to Reflect On
- What is your current big idea?
- How will you sustain persistence?
A Different Perspective
Success also depends on external factors and timing.
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