Since we all work in fast-paced, busy environments, we can be sure something will happen on any given day. We may not know what it will be, but something will definitely happen. Unfortunately, sometimes this unexpected event presents itself as a problem or two, a problem you have to solve. Maybe you're lucky and don't encounter problems every day, but you can be sure you'll face a few problems along the way, no matter what it is you may do. As we think about persistence, we first must realize it comes from the inside. No one can make us persist. We must find the motivation to persist on our own. Now there are a number of reasons why we may or may not persist in a situation. These things are important to keep in mind if you're struggling to stay committed, and may help us understand our own actions and behaviors. By completing this course, you will be able to determine what is required to ensure issues are solved in the right way at the right time. This course has been approved for 1 hour of PDU credit from PMI (Project Management Institute). An Elearning! Magazine Excellence Award Winner: Management Development Learning Track.