When I taught school,I was always telling my little 6 and 7 year old students that they could become anything they wanted,IF they worked hard. I told them that hard work and persistence would pay off for them. One of my favorite stories to read to them was The Little Engine That Could. Do you remember that story? Here it is on video for those of you that may not have read it before.
Just like this engine, if we keep going when our businesses get tough and NEVER quit, we too can reach our goals. Believe you can just like The Little Engine. Tell yourself, I Think I Can, I Think I Can… or even better say, I Know I Can,I Know I Can….
Every person reading this post can meet their goals with the correct Tools, Education, Leadership and Team. Sometimes you might need to ask for help from a coach and that’s okay. Never Quit and always move forward and you WILL SUCCEED just like The Little Engine.
A good friend of mine Frank Profeta, has a great post on this same subject. He even gives away a copy of the book titled As A Man Thinketh. Check his post too.
Please leave your comments below. I look forward to reading them.
13. July 2010 at 10:13 am
Beverly, this story is awesome, I never came across it when I was a child myself. The principles are fantastic, you are what you believe you are and you can do whatever you believe you can do.
Great post, simple but so, so effective!
I know I can and I know you can!
Frank
13. July 2010 at 2:06 pm
I am surprised you never had it read to you as a child.I am glad you know of it now.It is a great story.
13. July 2010 at 11:39 am
Beverly, I remember this story and it still applies to us as an adult. If you think you can, you can. Thanks for this wonderful childhood memory!
Lori
13. July 2010 at 2:04 pm
I loved this story and it does apply to life in general.
14. July 2010 at 5:26 am
Hi Beverly, I’m enjoying your blog. The layout is cool and I’m really enjoying the content. As the father of two, I’m looking forward to sharing this story with them and sowing the seeds for their own success. Thanks for taking the time to post and source the video for us.
14. July 2010 at 9:23 am
Thanks Howard.I appreciate the compliment.I am happy you liked the story.
15. July 2010 at 7:15 am
Hi Beverly,
That’s a good story with a good lesson. I remember it from childhood. Whatever you think about comes about.
Melodie
15. July 2010 at 4:17 pm
I agree.Never quit when things get tough.
15. July 2010 at 2:14 pm
Hi Beverly,
I haven’t thought about this story in years! But it is definitely an oldie but goodie! I love the theme over never quitting and then ultimately reaching your goal! It’s always too soon to quit. Thanks for sharing.
15. July 2010 at 4:17 pm
I loved reading this as a child.It makes sense to me.
16. July 2010 at 9:03 pm
Beverly,
Thanks so much for that video, talk about your flash from the past! Aside from my childhood issues, I am truly grateful for this reminder from you of what we can accomplish when we find the motivation, willingness and determination to push ahead, no matter what. Thanks so much for the inspiration!
Adam
19. July 2010 at 3:47 am
I loved this story too.You are welcome!
18. July 2010 at 7:15 pm
Very inspirational, I think, i can. Once a person is continuously using his brain with a determined desire to achieve something, he will definitely achieve it as time passes by
19. July 2010 at 3:48 am
I believe that.A positive mindset is important and believing in yourself.
19. July 2010 at 9:27 am
Hello Beverly,
Great post here. In fact you have all kinds of great post here on your blog. Thanks for reminding me about the little engine that could.
Have not heard it in many years…Loved it!
Keep up the great work and I’ll be back for more…
19. July 2010 at 2:16 pm
I am glad you enjoyed it.I aim to please my visitors.Thanks for the kind words.
23. July 2010 at 4:50 pm
Hi Beverly,
love your post and video.
It is so great that you are teaching this to children.
One saying that comes to mind is that “if you argue for your limitations, you get to keep them.”
Keep spreading the word – especially to children!
Love and Light
from
Yorinda
24. July 2010 at 6:40 am
I love this story and think it is great for children.Thanks for stopping by.
26. July 2010 at 9:23 pm
I KNOW I Can. I am slowly taking steps, every day, actually almost every hour lately, toward my goals and dreams. I am very much on purpose although sometimes the details seems to pull me in different directions, but actually lots of these litte pieces (I’m talking about building my online business with all it requires) are slowly falling into place and becoming interconnected.
Erica
31. July 2010 at 1:57 am
Great Post Beverley – sometimes the vehicle needs a service or an upgrade but the attitude needs to remain in alignment with your vision and purpose
Cheers Kiaran from mostly Sunny Perth!
31. July 2010 at 4:35 am
Hi Kiaran.Thanks for stopping by.Our attitude will help us or crush us.
4. August 2010 at 9:34 pm
Hi Beverly,
Almost nothing works the first time it’s attempted. Just because what you’re doing does not seem to be working, doesn’t mean it won’t work. It just means that it might not work the way you’re doing it. If it was easy, everyone would be doing it, and you wouldn’t have an opportunity.Therefore hard work and persistence are your key ingredients if things are not going the way you want.
To Your Success,
~kebabope