I have seen American determination in people like Debbi Sommers. She runs a furniture rental business for conventions in Las Vegas. When 9/11 hit, and again, when the recession tanked the conventions business, she didn't give up, close down, or lay off her people. She taught them not just to rent furniture, but also to manufacture it.
Interpretation
This quote highlights the resilience and determination of individuals in the face of adversity.
Mitt Romney emphasizes the spirit of perseverance and innovation displayed by Debbi Sommers, who, despite facing significant challenges from events like 9/11 and the recession, chose not to give up her business. Instead, she adapted by not only continuing her furniture rental services but also empowering her employees with skills in manufacturing, showcasing the importance of adaptability and leadership during tough times.
In practice
Using this quote in a motivational speech for business owners facing challenges.
My dad was phenomenal. Born in Mexico, lived poor, didn't graduate from college, and becomes head of a car company and then governor of a state. I can't imagine I would have ever thought about running for office had I not seen my dad do it.
I have never once regretted missing a business opportunity so that I could be with my children and grandchildren.
My mom and dad gave their kids the greatest gift of all - the gift of unconditional love. They cared deeply about who we would be, and much less about what we would do.
Mr. President, you’re entitled as a president to your own airplane, and to your own house, but not to your own facts.
And this President wakes up every morning, looks out across America and is proud to announce, 'It could be worse.' It could be worse? Is that what it means to be an American? It could be worse? Of course not. What defines us as Americans is our unwavering conviction that we know it must be better.
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Without ambition one starts nothing. Without work one finishes nothing. The prize will not be sent to you. You have to win it.
You don't think. It's all instinct. If you stop to think, you're gone.
Stop telling people how far they have left to go. Instead tell them how far they’ve come.
I believe that we can, in a deliberate way, articulate the kind of people we want to become.
If you're trying to achieve, there will be roadblocks. I've had them; everybody has had them. But obstacles don't have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.
I've said that if you're not doing something that you're passionate about, you're compromising yourself every single day.
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