There is no substitute for hard work. Working hard will open doors of opportunity that would not have been available otherwise. The greatest achievements do not always belong to those who have the highest score, but the people who are willing to work hard accomplish great dreams. Those who are busy working will quickly surpass those who have a head start financially or socially but refuse to combine hard work with lofty ambition.
Here are 3 reasons why working hard levels the playing field.
1. TALENT CANNOT WORK HARD.
Talent will take you far but many talented people have failed because they didn’t work. Working hard can help make up for a lack of talent and put you in a position to succeed. Even if you are the most talented person in your field of choices, if you sit still you will get passed by someone who is hustling to make things happen. Talent is like a seed, if it is not active, it cannot grow.
2. YOU CAN’T STEER A PARKED CAR.
If you try to turn left in a car that is parked, you won’t get very far. In order to make choices and navigate through life, you need to be moving. Working hard, no matter where you are, ensures that you are in motion and able to choose the right path.
Proverbs 12:24 (NLT)
"Work hard and become a leader; be lazy and become a slave."
3. HARD WORK MAKES UP FOR YOUR BACKGROUND.
No matter where you came from or what kind of family you have, if you are diligent you will be successful. People want to be surrounded by those who are passionate and will work hard to make each endeavor a success. Others will go out of their way to involve you, if you make the choice to be faithful and industrious. Your willingness to work hard and finish a job will be far more attractive than your family name.
Proverbs 10:26 (NLT)
"Lazy people irritate their employers, like vinegar to the teeth or smoke in the eyes."
