When you set goals, something inside of you starts saying, "Let's go, let's go," and ceilings start to move up.
The height of your success is determined by the depth of your belief.
I've always taught that a poor economy is the best opportunity for salespeople because the naysayers and grumblers have already given up, leaving more territory, more opportunities to be successful than in a good economy when virtually all salespeople are out there, giving it their best.
You can start where you are with what you've got and go wherever it is you want to go.
The most important persuasion tool you have in your entire arsenal is integrity.
Give the world your best and you will get the best out of the world.