What is hardworking?
The role of hard work in creating success has always been understood but we are now clear that it is a truly essential component in optimising life chances in education. No matter how easily you learn you will not be successful in the long run if you cannot, or do not, work hard. Hardworking is made up of the following elements:
Practice
The ability to train and prepare through repetition of the same processes in order to become more proficient.
Perseverance
The ability to keep going and not give up; face obstacles and difficulties but never give up; persist in effort; work diligently and work systematically; not be satisfied until high quality, appropriate precision and the desired outcome are achieved.
Resilience
The ability to overcome setbacks; remain confident, focused, flexible and optimistic; help others to move forward in the face of adversity.