Adam Smith The rule of passion is simple : the mind can not stop thinking about that which it loves . : Most people fail to have great careers because they make excuses . He says people stop looking for greatness , saying it would harm their personal , family life . He says great careers require people to find their strengths and act on them . Smith : Success also requires persistence , focus , discipline and resourcefulness .
Adam Smith : Most people fail to have great careers because they make excuses . He says people stop looking for greatness , saying it would harm their personal , family life . He says great careers require people to find their strengths and act on them . Smith : Success also requires persistence , focus , discipline and resourcefulness .