" I didn't get there by wishing for it or hoping for it, but by working for it "

Hardwork still pays irrespective of how long it takes to achieve the desired success.

Henry Ford says, “The harder you work, the luckier you get”

It's true there are shortcuts to success. But think about it, do you get the fulfillment from cutting corners? Can you really get the credit for the 'success' obtained fraudulently?

Nothing good comes easy. An example - Noah Webster spent 36 years to compile the Webster's Dictionary. Check out how many hours he put into his goal. He had a goal and he didn't let anything distract him.

You can do the same. Bury yourself in whatever your goal is. Work hard and smart too. This is where it becomes essential to find something you are passionate about. If you are passionate about something, you will channel all your energy towards it.

Hardwork plus the desire to succeed will surely get you there.