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Business Success Relies Greatly on Your Personal Drive
Self-motivation pushes startups through inevitable tough times
Self-motivation might be successful entrepreneurs’ greatest talents. In their startup days and later on, they could feel hope slip away. From deep within they have to generate the energy to continue toward their goals.
Brand strategist, social entrepreneur and author Fionah Torindoh has heard the voices:
- “Fail often so you can succeed sooner.”
- “It’s not about ideas. It’s about making things happen.” — Scott Belsky
“These two quotes keep me going in my everyday entrepreneurial journey,” she said.
“The second one comes as a reminder that execution is key,” Torindoh said. “The first one gives me courage and removes fear of failure.”
During an Africa Tweet Chat, she talked about the self-drive that it takes to succeed in business.
“Self-motivation keeps one going even in the face of setbacks,” Torindoh said. “It’s…











