Had a call with a young founder earlier today. Building a startup is hard, and lonely. Especially in the early stages, and especially in a turbulent market.
Here is what I can give you.
Sear these words in to your mind and your soul.
No matter the task, and no matter the odds, call on them in your darkest hour and they will not let you down:
I will persist until I succeed.
In pursuing my objectives, I allow myself no quarter, and no excuse.
I will find a way, no matter what.
I am infinitely creative, and infinitely resourceful.
I am relentless.
I see every setback as an opportunity, to adapt, and to overcome.
I am never a victim.
I am the master and commander of my actions.
I am always improving.
I believe success is a choice, and my choice is to succeed.
If I don't know how, I will find out how.
If a solution doesn't exist, I will create one.
If it's never been done before, I will be the first.
I will persist until I succeed.