Tuesday, March 1, 2011

When you want to quit



Life is full of boulders

This story will strengthen your resolve.
Our friend Jeff Jordan doesn’t give up.
He’s knocked on 442 doors since he became unemployed.
He has worked as a plumber’s assistant.
Jack-hammered. Dug trenches.
Repaired sewer lines.
He’s day-labored at local farms.
Plowed fields. Spread chicken manure.
Sweated and toiled until his back hurt.
He’s cut fire wood and cleaned pools.
And he keeps seeking work in his field.
He’s learned the lessons of hard work.
He stays focused and dedicated to service.
He’s networked in church and the community.
He’s searched for work everywhere.
He’s either over-qualified . . . or under-qualified.
His faith has been strengthed.
So has his perseverance and resolve.
So where are those who are looking for winners?
Let them know he is strong from moving boulders.
He’s smart. He found easier ways to move boulders.
He’s willing because no one else moved those boulders.
He is customer focused because he sees the boulders.
The boulder is gone and he’s looking for the next one.

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