Adversity Quote by Richard DeVos
“If I had to select one quality, one personal characteristic that I regard as being most highly correlated with success, whatever the field, I would pick the trait of persistence. Determination. The will to endure to the end, to get knocked down seventy times and get up off the floor saying, ''Here comes number seventy-one!''”
About This Quote
Persistence is the ability to keep pursuing goals despite repeated setbacks, turning failure into a stepping stone toward eventual success.
In simple terms: Endurance fuels achievement.
Key Takeaway
Never quit, keep trying.
Themes
Resilience
Determination
Growth Mindset
Perseverance
Motivation
Mood
Determined
Optimistic
Resolute
Type
Motivational
Philosophical
Inspirational
When to use this quote
- Entrepreneurship
- Academic research
- Athletic training
- Creative projects
- Career advancement
Key Concepts
Goal pursuit
Overcoming adversity
Long-term focus
Practical Applications
- Coaching for grit
- Designing persistence-building curricula
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits reinforce persistence?
- How does failure reshape your strategy?
