The Naked Presenter: Delivering Powerful Presentations With or Without Slides

7. Continuous Improvement Through Persistence

My friend, drop all your preconceived and fixed ideas and be neutral. Do you know why this cup is useful? Because it is empty.

— Bruce Lee

The concept of gambaru () is deeply embedded in the Japanese culture and approach to life. The literal meaning of gambaru expresses the idea of sticking with a task with tenacity until it is completed—of making a persistent effort until success is achieved. The imperative form, “gambette,” is used very often in daily language to encourage others to “do your best” ...