E4 The Habit of Persistence – How to Keep Going When Challenges Arise
- S2E4
- 13:00
- January 10th 2025
If you've ever felt the drive to achieve something big but hit a wall when obstacles appear, this episode is for you. Discover how persistence can be the difference between having an ambition and actually crossing the finish line.
Without persistence, goals remain dreams—especially when the excitement fades and real-life challenges pop up. Donna and Londina share why sticking with it is not just an option, but a necessity for long-term success.
They break down how persistence is the vehicle that carries you all the way to your goals, even when the initial motivation wears off.
What You Need to Know
Persistence means continuing forward no matter what detours or defeats you face. It's tied directly to how you handle setbacks, develop resiliency, and keep your focus on the bigger picture.
The episode highlights the idea from Napoleon Hill: "Ambition is the path to success. Persistence is the vehicle you arrive in."
Both hosts explore the concept that real progress depends on staying the course, embracing temporary setbacks as lessons, and not falling for the excuses listed in the "alibis by old man if."
What You Need to Do
Take responsibility for your mindset and actions. Start by aligning your conscious and subconscious thoughts—if you aren't cooperating with yourself, persistence will be even harder.
When you encounter failure, treat it as a teacher, not an undertaker. Course correct instead of giving up.
Challenge yourself to drop words like "always" and "never," and open your mind to new possibilities and solutions when things aren't working. Most importantly, get up every time you fall and move forward.
Your Next Step
Tune in to the next episode to learn about building the habit of initiative, and continue this journey of success habits with Donna and Londina.
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00:00 Introduction to IBGR Network
00:33 Building Success Habits Series Overview
01:25 Success Habits for January
01:49 Success Habits for February
02:14 Success Habits for March
02:43 The Habit of Cooperation
04:36 The Habit of Failing Forward
08:19 The Habit of Open-Mindedness
10:26 The Habit of Persistence
11:09 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes
Building Success Habits
“The more tranquil a person becomes, the greater is their success, their influence, their power for good.” James Allen
"Building Success Habits" is a podcast hosted by Donna Kunde (Business Coach) and Londina Cruz (Life Strategist). The show is all about sharing practical tips, strategies, and insights for building success habits in all areas of life.
This show was originally produced as hour-long radio content, later adapted into 4-episode Signature Season themes for podcast listeners.
The podcast explores a variety of success habits, including goal-setting, resilience, focus, and productivity. Each episode provides insights into how these habits can be developed and maintained, along with tips for staying motivated and on track.
In addition to success habits, the show covers personal development and mindset topics, such as overcoming limiting beliefs and cultivating a growth mindset. Donna and Londina share their own experiences and challenges in these areas, providing listeners with relatable examples and actionable advice.
Whether you are an entrepreneur, business owner, or simply someone who wants to achieve more success in your personal and professional life, "Building Success Habits" offers inspiration and tools to help you achieve your goals and live a more fulfilling life.
Join Donna and Londina on this journey of self-discovery and growth, and learn how to build the success habits that will transform your life.
"When we begin to see the world from the inside out, life will happen through us instead of to us."
Donna Kunde is one of IBGR's founders and started her career in radio at WNTW on it's Sales 2020 Show. In her role as EVP Supply Management she is responsible for day-to-day station operations and the quality of programming - both show topics and OnAir Talent.
She is an internationally recognized Business Coach and Trainer bringing 20+ years’ experience in military leadership. Donna has been a serial entrepreneur for the last 25 years owning a range of businesses experiencing the unique challenges solopreneurs face with small business growth.
In addition to her entrepreneurial background, Donna brings 35 years of academic and applied cognitive and behavioral science experience to the IBGR Network. Her specialty is helping organizations navigate through change, challenge and tragedy. The combination of her intensive study of the mind, plus practical applications in human potential, Donna provides a unique perspective on leadership, personal growth, sales, communication, and team building.
A high point of Donna's training career happened when she accompanied Dr. John C. Maxwell and his team on a country transformation mission. At the request of the Costa Rican government, the Maxwell team successfully trained 15,000 Round Table facilitators in three days, resulting in a 2% transformation of that nation and projected to reach another 60,000 Costa Ricans the following week. Her trademark energetic communication style and teaching skills have earned her a reputation as a highly effective speaker and respected facilitator.
Londina Cruz is an International Trainer, Executive Coach, and Keynote Speaker with the John Maxwell Team and a Strategic Coach with Anthony Robbins. Londina is a part of Global Transformation with the John Maxwell Foundation, training thousands of leaders in Paraguay and Costa Rica to help transform the values and culture of these nations.
She has spent more than 25 years studying, coaching and consulting in personal mastery and human performance techniques. These techniques include emotional and social intelligence trainings that elevate individuals, leaders and their organizations to excel well beyond current standards – offering a dynamic competitive advantage.
Londina has taken a situation that would devastate most individuals, being hit by a drunk driver, and has turned it into her life force. In this accident, Londina sustained a traumatic head injury, broken back and broken neck. The doctors gave her little hope of a normal life. She has now turned this challenge into an extraordinary life of empowering others to turn their fears into freedom and reach their potential.
Mastering her limiting beliefs and overcoming all that doctors had told her, Londina has thrived physically as well.
She has become a Triathlete (competing in a Half-Ironman and medaling in numerous other triathlons), a two-time marathon runner (Nike Women’s in San Francisco and the Marine Corps in Washington), and a cyclist.
She has released 100 lbs. by taking control of her thoughts instead of allowing thoughts to control her.
She knows what it takes to take you and your team from where you are to where you want to be.
As a Certified Coach, Teacher and Speaker, I can offer you workshops, seminars, keynote speaking, and coaching, aiding your personal and professional growth through study and practical application of John’s proven leadership methods. Working together, I will move you and/or your team or organization in the desired direction to reach your goals.
Contact me. I am looking forward to assisting you on your journey to becoming a success in your life and/or business.