The secret to outstanding achievement is not talent or privilege, but grit: a special blend of passion and persistence for long-term goals.
DECA Talks: The GRIT It Takes to Seek Success
Discussion Questions
- 1In what ways have you shown grit in your own life? How has perseverance changed your ability to reach goals?
- 2Which “common grit theme” impacted you the most? What is another common theme of having grit?
- 3What is your grit word of strength? What word do you think of when facing adversity?
- 4In what specific ways has DECA instilled grit in your life?
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