The ability to work hard has always been underappreciated and devalued by various elements in society. In our experience, it’s crystal clear that having a strong work ethic and positive attitude towards working hard is highly predictive of success. Below, you’ll find highlights of our conversations around how one might go about developing or leveling up their work ethic.
Calyn Collie
I definitely get my work ethic from my parents. My dad was a two time Super Bowl champion for the 49ers and my mom a model for QVC and Joan Rivers. They spent their young adult years passionately pursuing their dreams and pushing through challenges to reach their goals. When they eventually got married and began having kids, their work ethic and integrity never wavered. During my childhood and teenage years, my family owned several businesses, and my parents involved each of us in the process, teaching us skills in service and entrepreneurship. Read More>>
Avier Ashby
My work ethic definitely comes from my parents. All my life I’ve been seeing my mother and father get up early to go to work and even working extra side jobs to get a little ahead in life. My parents would always be transparent and let me know that hard work always pays off. Read More>>
Latoya Shelby
I got my work ethic from my mom. She was a very self driven person who never gave up and also wore a smile in the midst of adversity. She was an amazing woman and always taught us to stand firm and work hard with everything we set out to do. Read More>>
Angelika Koch
My mother is a migrant from Germany and my father is a very driven person. I grew up in an environment where we were taught to work hard and always do the job right the first time. I was taught at a very young age that cutting corners and taking the easy way out to do things was not the the most efficient path to take. I was taught when you cut corners, it makes things twice as hard because then you have to go back and do it again. Read More>>
Alexa Lett
I think ‘work ethic’ is both a product of nature and nurture. I was a child of a farming family. Farmers are not lazy. They begin their daily work before the sun rises and keep going long after the sun sets. The day is dedicated to a massive list of ‘to-do’s’, and compounded by uncontrollable changes as weather permits. There is no doubt a farmer wears many hats, each equally as important as the one before. My dad was always in perpetual motion to be the best he could be… and do. Read More>>
Carlos Malache
I get my work ethic from my parents. My dad’s an aircraft mechanic and my mom, a social worker. We’re first-generation immigrants from Peru, and it’s never been lost on me just how much they had to sacrifice for my brother, sister and I. Read More>>
Shira Litvin
My work ethic comes from a variety of sources, such as my upbringing, personal values, and role models. It is also influenced by my experiences and past successes and failures. Ultimately, developing a strong work ethic involves setting clear goals, prioritizing tasks, and staying focused and motivated. Read More>>
Joe Moerschbaecher
My work ethic was instilled in me by my parents. My mother was a hardworking school teacher who provided us with homemade meals almost on a nightly basis, in addition she would have to drive us to our ball games, races and practice in between the school and cooking. My father was a university professor that loved his work. He told me, if you find what you love and you can do it for work and it has meaning to you and others then having a strong work ethic comes easy. Read More>>
Chapo Maffiossa
Honestly rip to my dad, but I seen how he always tried to make a way until his last days when he couldn’t when the sickness took over, but he is a big help with that. Read More>>
Sophia Dashing
Ever since I was young, I was passionate about what I’m doing now. I’ve always loved singing, dancing and performing. Of course as a child, it starts as a care-free passion and as you age into an adult it’s all about “How can I make my dreams into a reality?” With that, I understand how hard it is to break into the entertainment industry, especially as an independent artist. I strive to work as a hard as I can each and every day and continuously learn new things to better myself and get out there more as an artist! You have to be your own biggest cheerleader and keep your drive on 100 at all times. Read More>>
Hayley Gregory
I get my work ethic from my hardworking Appalachian ancestors. I’m from the mountains and hollers, the isolated, rural areas where hard work is the only thing that keeps you alive.
Tobacco farming, coal mining, factory working, farming, raising gardens to feed the family, making do with what’s on hand and making it work when it seems impossible is just something Appalachian mountain folk know how to do. I’m thankful that was passed down to me. Read More>>
Sloane Adler
Working brings fourth results. Working on yourself, working at your job, working on your relationships. You put in the work to get the results. I feel a sense of fulfillment from working, but I also work at making it enjoyable. Read More>>
Britney Powell
I believe that I obtained my work ethic from my family dynamic. I was very fortune to have been raised in a well versed and cultured environment. I witnessed both my mother and father working full-time jobs and going to school to further their education. I’ve also had inspiration from various family members. Their careers ranged from owning barber shops/salons to being financial advisors. I believe that was something that was simply instilled within me. Read More>>
Ashley Lewis
I get it from my parents and from their experience. My parents migrated to this country to get a better chance at life and so that me and my siblings could get a opportunity to excel more than they were able to. Seeing them take jobs that they did and didn’t like showed me that you have to keep pushing not just for you, but loved ones. I use that as fuel to want more in my life and to keep pushing everyday I wake up. Read More>>
Guerline Divra
When asked where I’m originally from, I proudly say that I’m Haitian. Even though I was born in Florida, my parents were born in Haiti. I was raised on Haitian principles, morals and values. Shortly after I’d share that my family is from Haiti, I’d hear this saying: “People from the islands are some hard workers!” I proudly smile and nod my head in agreement. That’s because it’s a true statement. We are truly resilient people. Working hard is in my DNA. Read More>>
Sarah Roberts
I believe the best work ethic comes from an innate desire to do the work you are engaged in. I have so many positive feelings and thoughts about the work that i get to do- my drive to capture beauty in my artwork, to improve my skills, grow my creativity, and engage with my customers – that “going to work” every morning isn’t a burden. I cultivate love for what I do by continually looking for inspiration in other artists and remembering to relish the things I like about being an artist. Read More>>
Jennifer Settles
Providing top-quality work, reliability, aggressive representation and professionalism – these are essential qualities and part of the work ethic for a good lawyer.
I’ve practiced law for over 25 years, and I developed my work ethic early on in my career. I learned my work ethic by observing my mentors, and by always taking ownership of the issues that are before me. My approach is to work collaboratively with my clints to find the best path forward, finding a solution which says “yes” to their legal issues. Read More>>
Justin Haynes
My work ethic came from great examples growing up. For one, my parents.. They got up every morning and went to work. Even on days they didn’t feel like going.
Secondly., I’ve been blessed to have wonderful leadership in my retail career before JUS10H. One leader in particular, Ray Hoess -Brooks. Ray taught me how to leader individuals in the work space. He always expressed how he felt, regardless of your feelings. He definitely matured me as a leader. Read More>>
QP. WorldWide
I believe my worth ethic comes from my upbringing an seeing my parents work so hard to provide for us. All my life I remember mi madre working long hrs as well as my father. Gone before I went to school an didn’t get home until later that night. But one things for sure is everything was always taken care of. With me seeing them work all the time they raised me to be very independent an never allowed me to slack. As I kid at times I would be like damn why they always on me but as I got older I realized it was just giving me foundation to have my own high running motor an to be self sufficient as well everyday efficient. Read More>>
Andrew & Lesly Fraire & Mejia
At Allure Glasses, our strong work ethic has been shaped by influential factors that have driven us towards success. Growing up with immigrant parents, we witnessed firsthand their unwavering dedication and hard work, instilling in us the values of diligence and perseverance. Along our journey, we have been fortunate to have mentors who provided invaluable guidance and insights, fueling our drive to work diligently towards our goals as we build our company. Read More>>
Luis Leija
Both my wife and I come from low income households, so our upcoming was quite similar. We remember our parents getting us ready every morning to get us to school so that they could get to work early to provide. In my case not only was it my father working but also my mother so that meant I had to step up as an older sibling. Looking back now we see the sacrifices they had to make for their families to be able to provide the opportunities we were given. It’s because of their work ethic we are here today. We now carry that burden to instill those same principles we learned from our parents in our family and business. Read More>>
Travis Smith
Growing up, I had the privilege of observing my parents’ unwavering work ethic. They were relentless in their dedication, tirelessly laboring for 30 long years, both in their jobs and for the sake of our family’s well-being. Even now, in May 2023, my parents celebrate 37 years of marriage, and their admirable commitment to handling their responsibilities remains unchanged. Their remarkable qualities have undoubtedly influenced my own path in life. Read More>>
Tre Abeita
Growing up in a well disciplined household and being coachable as a student athlete was a huge part in developing the proper work ethic. In most cases you hear of the Father being the disciplinary parent but in my case it was a mixture of both. Both of my parents held their own when it came down to teaching my brother, my sister and I to do things thoroughly, correctly, and to the best of our ability. Read More>>
Zantavius Fuller
My work ethic developed from my mothers experience in the healthcare field . She was always a professional and hardworking nurse . And I admired that about her . I was blessed to learn her skills and mannerism on how to work smart not hard . I also gain a better skills in work ethics by my own nursing experience . Read More>>
Trap Travi
My worth ethic comes from my passion for Music & Art . I grew up loving sports and the drive behind having love for the game. When I knew I wasn’t trying to go all the way with sports , I doubled down on my craft through music. I feel like whenever I make a song it’s like a Shooter going to the gym, Or an Artist drawing a sketch. This is my practice, this is my happy place , and my therapy, so it has became second nature to always work on my craft even when I’m not in the studio. Read More>>
Anthony Mobley Jr.
I would say Mobley Marketing 19 most definitely inherited the hard work ethic from both of parents. As a child I didn’t realize how expensive extra curricular activities costs, along with yearly vacations as a family seasonal shopping trips, until I became an adult and it gave me a greater appreciation for GOD hand choosing my parents for my sister and I. Read More>>
Devin Jaffe
I acquired my work ethic from learning from my parents. They both were so important to my growth as a business woman. They were both (now retired) extremely hard workers not only in their careers, but also in day to day tasks. My sister and I were raised to be good communicators, hard-workers, honest, and to take control of situations. We learned to work hard around our house growing up and to try and learn as much about everything as we possibly could! We even learned plumbing, framing, electrical, and similar! I’m grateful for learning these things growing up as they have helped me save time and money later down the road. I am grateful for my parents raising me the way they did! Read More>>
King Primm
I believe my work ethic comes from the fear of failure. I am my biggest critic, so even when times I don’t feel like it, not feeling like it isn’t even option. I push my self past the limit at times. Read More>>
Jaylyn Roberson
If I examined who I am today, it is nearly a direct reflection of my two parents professions and their work habits, combined. However my mother was the individual I was able to watch every single day make a way, sometimes out of no way. My mother, regardless of what her circumstances were she always came out on top; even stronger than before. Read More>>
