There are many elements involved in the definition of diligence, although for some people, it simply means hard work. Undoubtedly, hard work is part of it, but there is much more that we must understand.

What is underlying is responsibility and reliability. People need to know that they can trust us, that we will do the best we can, when we are entrusted with a responsibility. A diligent man or woman will make every effort to finish what they have started, which requires self-discipline.

People with discipline have a goal, a vision of what they want to achieve with their efforts. Keeping this vision in mind helps them stay focused on the task, even if it is laborious and tedious.