Strong Work Ethic Analysis

A strong work ethic is vital to success in any endeavor. I have learned the importance of doing the right thing, even if my decision means going against the popular choice and mediocrity. My sense of responsibility, emphasis on quality and integrity, discipline, and follow-through are more than words; they are tools for success and keys for life.

From as early as I can remember, I have learned the value of working hard and finishing well. I have been raised in a family, in which working hard, following through, and living with integrity were taught and modeled. We all had chores and responsibilities, and I was pushed to try new ideas and learn new skills. Both of my parents worked in professions in which they were on call 24-hours a day. My dad is a pastor and I learned that his job was more than Sunday mornings and office

The values my dad instilled in me, provided me the opportunity for success, hard work, and the idea that, if there is something I want to achieve, it is I who must get it done. I love a quote I heard the other day, “if it’s got to be, it’s up to

But, in my Sophomore year, I realized I could be more successful by starting my own business. Thanks to the help of my dad, I started a pressure washing business. Once again, my dad put me on the right track and helped me find a pressure washer to rent, but the financial aspect was all up to me. I designed and purchased business cards and invoices and developed my business model. Once I got my business started, my dad stepped out and let me run “TDS Pressure Washing” by myself. I worked through networks and cold calls to solicit jobs and clients. Again, the strong work ethic has proved to be