Don't Give Up!

Hello again, everyone!

I cannot believe it's already April! I have less than 5 weeks left of college and then it's off to the real world. It's been a pretty hectic time for me as I'm trying my best to wrap up last projects, papers, and study for exams. For me, and many other graduating seniors, it's so easy to want to give up. It's as our brains are saying, "You've already word had enough. You can slack off a bit." BUT... Do NOT fall for that trap. It may seem like such an easy and nice way to relax after working so hard, but I know for a fact that it will hurt your prestige. While it may seem like your school grades will not affect your likelihood of scoring that ideal job, it will. Do you really want to be known as the person who used to work hard, but then fell off on their efforts? Or do would you rather be known as someone who is successful, determined, and responsible? I know for a fact, employers and companies really want responsible, determined and successful individuals working for them. If you start off well, but then soon slack off just because you think you feel too tired, or the assignment is too difficult, or you're just bored, then there's no real way a good employer is going to want to hire you and/or renew your contract/work agreement. You alone are ultimately responsible for your own reputation. Invest time and energy into always doing things the right way and on-time and you'll improve your chances of succeeding in both your professional and personal life. You don't have to be flawless, but you do have to commit to doing the very best that you can possibly do.

Fellow graduating seniors, we do have a lot to be proud of. Many of us have committed ourselves to a legacy of excellence. It is not easy to push ourselves to stay on top of our game, but the results will be worth the work. Hard work always pays off, even if it doesn't happen immediately. Remember that saying "good things come to those who wait"? So, I'd like to encourage you to stay patient and in the meantime continue to commit to excellence and stay motivated and enthusiastic. If we've worked as hard as we can, then we're in a good place. Don't give up on working hard and staying driven. Success will never come to those who are apathetic, negative, and/or lazy. You are capable of being amazing.

Have a wonderful week and if you celebrate Easter, then happy early Easter. I wish you a safe, healthy, and fun time with family and friends.

XOXO
Chloe