Be Persistent Our persistence is directly linked to our desire and our degree of desire will determine how persistent we will be. While facing the obstacles a leader must develop the quality of being positive and persistent. And with that they must try to set an example and be a role model, so that their followers won't quit when the obstacle gets tougher. Without persistency the success will be very minimal and so persistency is a key ingredient to success. One of the best way to be persistent is to establish your own goals and for that you must be passionate enough.