45. The Success Habit of Persistence – Eliminating Excuses & Achieving Success

Episode 45: The Success Habit of Persistence – Eliminating Excuses & Achieving Success

Episode Summary:

Ambition sets the path, but persistence gets you to the finish line. In this episode, we uncover the 55 most common excuses people use to justify their lack of success. True persistence requires eliminating these excuses and staying the course—even when challenges arise.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Persistence is the key to success. Without it, ambition remains just a dream.

✔ Excuses are the enemy of achievement. The more we defend them, the more they hold us back.

✔ The 55 famous alibis from Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill reveal hidden mental roadblocks to success.

✔ Success requires resilience. Business owners must examine their beliefs and replace excuses with action.

✔ True achievers take full responsibility for their outcomes—no excuses, just results.

Quote from the Episode:

"Ambition is the path to success. Persistence is the vehicle you arrive in." — Bill Bradley

Your Next Steps:

✅ Identify your excuses. Are you unknowingly using one of the 55 famous alibis?

✅ Reframe challenges as opportunities. Growth happens when you push through obstacles, not when you avoid them.

✅ Take daily action toward your goals. Small, consistent steps create unstoppable momentum.

✅ Surround yourself with success-minded individuals. The right environment fuels persistence.

✅ Commit to lifelong learning. Read Think and Grow Rich and The Law of Success to strengthen your persistence muscle.

📌 Want more insights on persistence and success habits?

👉 Connect with Londina Cruz at Londina.com for resilience coaching and daily motivation.

👉 Work with Donna Kunde at DonnaKunde.com to shift your mindset and grow your business with confidence.

👉 📥 Download this season’s resources to dive deeper into persistence and eliminate excuses from your path to success.

⭐ Loved this episode? Share it with someone who needs a push to stay persistent!

00:00 Introduction to Building Success Habits

00:29 Meet Your Hosts: Donna Kunde and Londina Cruz

01:00 The Importance of Healthy Thinking

03:00 Understanding the Brain and Emotional Connection

05:21 How to Connect with Us and Get Involved

07:02 The Success Habit of Persistence

08:09 Join Our Community for Exclusive Resources

09:47 Excuses vs. Success: Uncovering Hidden Blocks

11:12 Background Learning with IBGR

11:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts