Take That Leap of Faith

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I have some very good news to share with you today. First, I’ve recently launched my small business, and things are gradually taking shape. And this is a business I believe in with all my heart. And I’m willing to work tenaciously to make it work. Second, I gave my 2 weeks notice of resignation at work today, at around 11.45 AM. YES! Hurrah! I did it! Finally!!! As I nervously walked to my boss’s office to tell her my … Continue reading

Manual to Motivation

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Staying motivated is one of the most important and difficult skills while pursuing anything in life. To be motivated is easy; but maintaining that level of motivation is tough. We’ve all been through it- we set out to do something that we’re so excited about, only to give up after a few steps. Why do we do this? It can be due to many reasons- fear of failure, fear of success, discouragement, anxiety, or even exhaustion, boredom, lack of sufficient … Continue reading

How I’m Learning to Live in The Present

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Last Friday night, I watched ‘Midnight in Paris’- not because I’m a fan of Woody Allen; in fact I’d never watched any of his movies before this. I had a long week at work, and I needed something pleasing to unwind with. Although I’ve never been to Paris, I love Parisian decor, and felt that the movie (which is apparently Allen’s tribute to the beautiful city) would be a treat to my eyes. Now let me make one thing clear; … Continue reading

Call on Tenacity

Every time I meet or read about people who’ve gone through difficult times and yet, have come out as a better, stronger individual, I get moved, and inspired. But it also gets me to think about the tenacious nature of human beings. It re-affirms my belief that tenacity is inherent in every one of us. The ability to keep going despite failure, to stand up every time you fall, and never give up- after all, that’s how we learnt to … Continue reading

Welcome to Tenacity Trumps!

Hi there! I’m Saige, the creator of this blog. I’m 26; working full-time in admin, but my aim is to be financially independent by 30. Yep, you heard me right, by 30!  I want to quit the 9 to 5 grind to work for myself- doing what I’m passionate about, what I believe in, not what some other individual or corporation believes in. How am I going to go about achieving my goal? Well, that’s what both you and I … Continue reading