Success Are You Determined

 What determines success - a question often asked. Is the answer luck, or is it hard work, or is it attitude. Here in this thought you will find words of wisdom that attempt to answer the question of success using Walt Disney as the example.

Inspirational Thoughts
Success Are You Determined
by , © 2011

Imagine a world without Disneyland. A lot of people thought Walt Disney's dream was ludicrous. Imagine a theme park covering many acres of land. Think back to the 1950's and imagine someone talking about a theme park. Who would ever invest that much money for a park, and even if you found investors how many people would actually come and visit such a theme park; especially where the main character was a mouse. Many people laughed at his ideas while others told him it was impossible.

Walt Disney had a dream, a strong determination, and a strong belief. He had goals and a vision - he could imagine what others could not see. He made it happen. If he had listened to all those who told him his dream was impossible, we would not have the Disney resorts we have today. I am sure he had doubts, and was tempted to believe what others told him, but his own vision was strong. He invested a good majority of his money in making this dream of Disneyland a reality. And, of course he invested his time and energy.

There are countless situations where individuals were told it was impossible, yet they went on to achieve success. They didn't let others discourage them. They persevered against great odds in some cases.

I believe it all comes down to your own outlook:
- if you think it is impossible, then it is; if you think it can be achieved, then what you see is not the impossible, but the end result. Many people have defeated themselves before they even started by thinking that their goal is not possible. And just as many people have had great successes because they believed that their goal was achievable.

- if you believe in yourself then you will find a way no matter what obstacles and challenges you face along the way. You will see these obstacles as opportunities. If you look at an obstacle as an opportunity you will find ways, you will use your creativity and find a solution that will solve the obstacle. Sometimes, obstacles are actually gifts, as they make us look at situations in a different way.

- and, if you are determined then you have a 90% chance of success. Your own attitude can determine your success or your failure. If you have determination then there is no stopping you. Determination gives us the ability to overcome challenges. It also gives us the belief that we can do it - no matter what anyone else thinks or believes.
Always keep Walt Disney in mind, use his success as encouragement to achieve your dreams.



Read these words said by Disney to help understand his thinking:

"It seems to me shallow and arrogant for any man in these times to claim he is completely self-made, that he owes all his success sto his own unaided efforts. Many hands and hearts and minds generally contribute to anyone's notable achievements."

"Get a good idea and stay with it. Dog it, and work at it until it's done, and done right."

"We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we're curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths."

"I'd say it's been my biggest problem all my life - it's money. It takes a lot of money to make these dreams come true."

"It's no secret that we were sticking just about every nickel we had on the chance that people would really be interested in something totally new and unique in the field of entertainment."

"Of all the things I've done, the most vital is coordinating those who work with me and aiming their efforts at a certain goal.

Walt talking about another Disneyland:
"I've always said that there will never be another Disneyland, and I think it's going to work out that way. But it will be the equivalent of Disneyland. We know the basic things that have family appeal. There are many ways that you can use those certain basic things and give them a new decor, a new treatment. This concept here will have to be something that is unique, so there is a distinction between Disneyland in California and whatever Disney does in Florida."

Find more quotes said by the famous Walt Disney.


Inspirational Words of Wisdom  |   Short Stories  |   Words of Appreciation  |   Inspiring Quotations  |   Inspirational Stories   |   Thought For The Day   |   Proverbs  |   Inspirational Messages   |   Inspirational Poems   |   Motivational Links, Inspirational Links