Quiz Page 53 of 83 (PART FOUR)

“Pay for what is important now, else you’d have to pay for it later in a costly way. You’ll definitely pay, so why not pay early to pay little.”

—Israelmore Ayivor, Ghanian Youth Leadership Coach

By emphasizing the idea that procrastination results in a higher price to pay later on, the quote above encourages entrepreneurs to prioritize and take action 1._________. It serves as a reminder that the challenges and 2._________ associated with addressing neglected responsibilities will only escalate over time. By paying early, entrepreneurs can 3._________ the potential negative impacts, 4._________, and maintain a proactive approach to their business endeavours. This mindset will help you foster a sense of urgency and encourage you to 5._________ crucial tasks promptly, avoiding the higher costs and setbacks that can arise from procrastination.

“I never dreamed about success, I worked at it…We learn too much every day to be satisfied with yesterday’s achievements.”

—Estée Lauder, American businesswoman

The first part of this quote from Estée Lauder underscores the importance of 6.__________ rather than relying solely on dreams or aspirations. It reminds the entrepreneur that success is not achieved overnight but through 7.__________ and dedicated action. This principle can motivate you to actively engage in the tasks at hand rather than putting them off. The second part of the quote highlights the idea of constant learning and improvement. Try to recognize that 8.__________ with past achievements can hinder progress and innovation. By embracing a mindset of continuous learning and improvement, you are more likely to take immediate action and avoid the trap of 9.__________. Keep in mind that success is a result of 10.__________ effort and a commitment to ongoing development, which can help overcome the tendency to delay important tasks.

“…the best possible way to prepare for tomorrow is to concentrate with all your intelligence, all your enthusiasm, on doing today’s work superbly today. That is the only possible way you can prepare for the future.”

—Dale Carnegie, American writer and lecturer

By highlighting the notion that preparing for the future is accomplished by dedicating oneself to 11.__________, Carnegie incites individuals to prioritize their current tasks and give them their 12.__________. Rather than getting overwhelmed by the 13.__________ or constantly thinking about what needs to be done next, channel your intelligence and enthusiasm into delivering exceptional results in the present moment. In doing so, you not only maximize your business’ 14.__________ and effectiveness but also lay a strong foundation for future success. This mindset of focusing on the present and performing tasks “superbly today” helps individuals avoid procrastination by keeping them 15.__________, motivated, and aligned with their immediate responsibilities.

“Time is an equal opportunity employer. Each human being has exactly the same number of hours and minutes every day. Rich people can’t buy more hours. Scientists can’t invent new minutes. And you can’t save time to spend it on another day. Even so, time is amazingly fair and forgiving. No matter how much time you’ve wasted in the past, you still have an entire tomorrow.”

—Denis Waitley, American motivational speaker, writer and consultant

Time is a 16.__________ resource available to everyone, regardless of their status or achievements and no one can acquire more time or recover wasted time from the past. However, the quote offers a powerful message of hope and 17.__________, emphasizing that every new day presents a fresh opportunity to make the most of the time available. When you can acknowledge that there is an entire tomorrow waiting, you can 18.__________ of past procrastination and embrace the present moment. It serves as a reminder that you have the chance to 19.__________, make better choices, and utilize your time more effectively. This perspective can inspire entrepreneurs to overcome procrastination and seize each day with 20.__________, maximizing their productivity and achieving their goals.