Lean Quote: Don’t Watch the Clock; Do What it Does. Keep Going


On Fridays I will post a Lean related Quote. Throughout our lifetimes many people touch our lives and leave us with words of wisdom. These can both be a source of new learning and also a point to pause and reflect upon lessons we have learned. Within Lean active learning is an important aspect on this journey because without learning we can not improve.

Don’t watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going.”   —  Sam Levenson   

Time is the one thing that everybody on this planet has in
common. This quote offers a powerful reminder: stop stressing about the passage
of time, and focus on steady, consistent progress. Just like the clock ticks
forward without pause, we too can keep moving, even when things feel slow or
challenging. If you are struggling, keep going, if things are great, keep
going, the clock will never stop and neither should you.

Determine one thing that you have put off because you told
yourself you don’t have time and get going on it right away.  Sleep a little less, be more efficient, say
no to something else, but stop using time as an excuse.  We all have the same amount of it, the only
variable is your ability to master it.

When faced with adversity, it is easy to become
disheartened and lose sight of our goals. But by staying committed, resilient,
and dedicated to our aspirations, we can overcome any obstacle that stands in
our path.

Consistency is key in any endeavor we undertake. It is the
act of repeatedly showing up and putting in the effort, even when the results
may not be immediate or apparent. Just as the clock continues ticking, we too
must persistently work towards our goals, regardless of external circumstances
or setbacks. Consistency builds discipline, strengthens our resolve, and
ultimately propels us towards success.

“Don’t watch the
clock; do what it does. Keep going,” serves as a poignant reminder of the
importance of persistence and perseverance in achieving success. By shifting
our focus away from the passing time and aligning our actions with the clock’s
constant movement, we can harness its energy to propel us forward. Embracing
patience, consistency, and resilience we can overcome challenges, stay
committed to our goals, and ultimately achieve the success we desire. So, let
us heed Levenson’s wise words and continue to move forward, unwavering in our
pursuit of greatness.

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