Never Quit

The saying "Never give up," expresses an important principle.  In most cases, success owes more to persistence than talent.  A brilliant person may have an excellent idea, yet lack the persistence and determination to turn the idea into practical results.   The idea or plan is only the first step. Much work remains, and patient effort is essential to carrying it out.

Of course, nothing says persistence is certain to be rewarded with success.  It is possible to try many times and s till fail in the end.  Even ultimate failure, however, is accompanied by a benefit of sorts.  Persistent effort, even in the face of failure and rejection, produces patience, a quality that is perhaps more valuable than the prize one sought in the first place.