You just don't let up do you? It's my most endearing trait. After a while it grows on you
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Persistence can be annoying but often becomes endearing over time.
- In plain terms
- I keep pushing you, but eventually you get used to it and like it.
- What can you take from it?
- Persistence can win people over.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does persistence help?
- How much is too much?
Another view
Too much persistence becomes harassment.
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