I had a conversation with a representative from Infusionsoft.com this week about how to work their system. It’s a very sophisticated email marketing vehicle I just signed up for. Kirk opened the training call by explaining this image –how it takes the business owner from a simple email blast to automated follow-up systems and business growth. Who doesn’t want that?!

“It took 9 years of blood, sweat and tears to create this screen.”

In a heartbeat, I knew exactly what he meant. Although we’re productive and succeeding along the way, it can take years before the world sees clearly the image we have in mind.

I gave a talk last month at the Ridgefield Women’s Forum and shared a story about the persistence it takes to bring a dream to fruition. It’s Lesson #44 in the new edition of my book Soul Proprietor. Take a look: