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The Art of Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities

Intelligent action is action that creates results. It’s that
simple. No obstacle can stand up to persistent and

intelligentaction.

“Don't wait for extraordinary opportunities. Seize common
occasions and make them great. Weak men wait for opportunities;
strong men makethem.”

-Orison SwettMarden

Focus

Time, attention, money, and willpower are limited
resources. Overcoming obstacles requires focusingyour
resources intelligently. Building focus is like building a

muscle. It requires intention and effort to encourage
growth.

Scattering yourattentionandresources limits your

ability to overcomeobstacles:

1. Determine what success looks like. Focus iseasier

to maintain if you have aclear objective. You might
need to find abetter job in order to purchase the

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