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Shane — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 04:03:33 +0000

I like you post, it reminds me of that old joke. Two guys leap out of a plane, one is an optimist, the other a pessimist. Halfway down the optimist says “Well so far so good.” the other guy has a parachute.

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List Building Blog — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 06:50:01 +0000

Such a great post. I do agree that the success of each individual relies on the attitude. Being optimistic or having the courage is really essential.

By: kathryn barlow

kathryn barlow — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:36:09 +0000

Really great article. It’s easy once you’re in the negative mindset to decide you can’t do anything.

Always good to check yourself (am I making excuses?) to refocus and motivate!

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By: Laura Spencer

Laura Spencer — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 19:41:58 +0000

Hi Ed!

Thanks so much for backing me up.

I’ve always found attitude to be a crucial component to just about everything that I do. I believe that my attitude has been responsible for what I’ve accomplished so far.

Dianna – Thanks for taking the time to set me straight. I do believe that Thomas Edison’s name actually was the one that my teacher wrote on the blackboard – but, of course, that was some time ago.

By: Ed Gandia

Ed Gandia — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 19:30:31 +0000

This is spot-on advice!! As solo professionals, our success is directly related to how we handle challenges and adversity…and our attitudes toward those challenges. That’s true to a certain extent when you’re an employee, but you always have your employer as a safety net. When you’re out on your own, it’s ALL up to you!

I see too many freelancers fail because they gave up too early or got caught up in a challenge that seemed too difficult to overcome. That’s a shame. To go back to the workforce because you didn’t like self-employment is one thing. But to have to go back because you couldn’t bring yourself to get past a thorny obstacle is just plain…sad!

Great article, Laura!

By: Kristin

Kristin — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 02:24:26 +0000

I’ve actually encountered the “can’t do” attitude in more non-freelancers. I think freelancers are more likely to think “I’ll do it my way”. I was recently talking to a friend with that attitude about looking for a new job and really it has much to do with self esteem. Sometimes they just need someone to sit them down and say “I KNOW you can do this” before they believe it themselves.