Hard work pays off, and so does working smart, so put your heart into everything you do and blossom. Whether your preference is to work smart as opposed to working hard, it all comes down to how well you manage your time, eliminate procrastination and achieve your desired results in the simplest and most productive way. This article shall, however, focus on hard work paying off. Keep in mind, however, that working hard does not necessarily have to be stressful, boring and energy-consuming, especially if you love what you do. Also note that you can work smart to achieve the same desired goals.

“Hard work increases the probability of serendipity.”

– Ken Poirot

The bottom line is that this world can be a harsh place, that is just reality and as such, it is possible that nobody cares about your success in life more than you do, so work harder or work smart towards your dreams. You can make it as long as you stay focused.

“It takes many years to become an overnight success.” – Frank Sonnenberg, Soul Food: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life.

The inference from this quote is that a lot of hard work and persistence goes into becoming “an overnight success”. In other words, “an overnight success” is just a result of hard work paying off. It is one thing to have ideas or dreams of what you want to accomplish in life, but you have to put in the work for those dreams to become a reality. There is literally no way around this. Work hard to get your desired results, for where your attention goes, energy flows.

“Hard work works harder than luck.”

Germany Kent

“Have a goal. Work towards it. Because there is not a thing more fulfilling than reaping the fruits of your labour.” – Amanda Shivrattan.

When you work hard, put in your best, and literally work harder than those around you and succeed in accomplishing your set goals, the feeling is unreal. To enjoy the fruits of your hard work is very satisfying indeed, you would feel very accomplished.

Work Hard, Work Smart, and Be Present.

Be present in every moment and put your heart into everything you do for anything worth doing. Anything worth your time is worth doing well. Do not live a passive life but a conscious one. Consciously co-creating beautiful life experiences for yourself in this game of life. Put your heart into everything you do and blossom. Let your heart guide you. Let love lead you and attract more positivity into your life. Do not have a victim mentality. Instead, take practical steps towards achieving the changes you want in your life.

“Laziness is a luxurious mindset that I can not afford to own”

Nakia R. Laushaul

Work Hard Pays Off With Persistence And Consistency.

Hard work, they say, pays off; persistence and consistency see results. These are not far from the truth. Nothing good in life comes easy, or so they say. Not sure who they are, but they do say a lot. Essentially putting your heart into everything you do. It means that you have to work hard for what you want. You have to be conscious and present. You have to be aware of your shortcomings and strengths. To know what practical steps you can take to improve your skills and better yourself.

“Nothing comes easy. You want something in life? Get off your arse and work for it.”

Anthony Lo

For instance, a worker who does not earn much but works hard at his job. He puts his heart into what he does, smiles and is polite and helpful. And even going above and beyond in the performance of his duties will not go unnoticed, at least not for all. He will succeed and blossom, one way or the other, as he creates good karma for himself. His boss is more than likely to appreciate his good nature, even if the boss does not. Somebody else will.

The worker is putting positive energy into the world. And since what you put out is what you get. One way or the other, perhaps through means unrelated to that job. The worker will definitely blossom, and his hard work will pay off. His reputation may precede him, and he may get a better-paying job or an opportunity to start his own business.

“Today’s tears water tomorrow’s gardens.”

Matshona Dhliwayo

Do Your Best, Working Hard Will Pay Off.

For hard work to pay off, you really have to put your heart into what you do. Anything worth doing is worth doing well, and this includes not just work-related things but also family relations, school, and even your friendships or relationships. If you have to be a friend to someone, then be a good friend, a good person, irrespective of how others behave or treat you, be kind.

Let love for yourself, and humanity guide you. Treat people as you would like to be treated. Treat your employees how you would like to be treated if you were in their shoes. Talk to people the way you would like to be spoken to. Working hard pays off in every aspect of your life you apply this principle.

“Success necessitates sacrifice.”

Habeeb Akande

Work Hard And Stay In Your Power.

Work harder than the average person. You cannot do things the same way and expect a different result, so work harder to get your desired outcome. However, stay true to yourself in the process, do not treat people badly in your pursuit for success and do not allow others to treat you badly as well, know your worth and stay in your power. Treat yourself and others how you would like to be treated.

“Victory only comes through wear and tear.”

E. A Bucchianeri

Do not allow people to have power over you. If someone mistreats you in the workplace or elsewhere, do not feel like you have to pay them back in kind or respond equally negatively to them. Two wrongs will never make a right. Rather focus your energy on more productive things in your life. In working hard towards your goals, let your heart guide you always.

React from a place of love, hard as it may be. However, this does not mean that you allow people to walk all over you, and you definitely should not allow people the satisfaction of getting a predictable response from you. Perhaps you may have even been provoked on purpose. Be in control of yourself and your emotions, and control how you react, always keeping your end goal in mind for motivation to stay true to yourself and what you are working towards. Do not let your hard work be derailed.

“It doesn’t matter how hard your life is, was, or will be, just don’t give up.”

Dido Stargaze

In conclusion, irrespective of your chosen career path, your personality type, skill set and so on, be sure to put your heart into everything you do, be good at it, and work harder, and your efforts shall not be in vain. Consciously self-improving and sharpening your skills. For you are a co-creator of your own reality. You can do anything you believe you can; as long as you back up your belief with actions towards achieving what you want, your hard work will pay off. However, do not forget to be kind to others on your journey to success in life and even thereafter.