Working hard means exceeding expectations by being punctual, result-oriented, quality-focused, and diligent with integrity. It requires stopping procrastination, being productive by making plans, setting goals, challenging oneself, taking action, and continuing to work hard without quitting. Individual work performance is affected by motivation, knowledge and skills, and how the organizational structure and design impact attitudes, behaviors. Hard work is necessary to achieve goals as idle people waiting for opportunities will not gain anything, while those who work hard can gain success and happiness.