Ambition, self-discipline and perseverance are traits that are universally appealing.
One cannot become successful if they don't put in the work--> you can't expect to have it all without sacrifice. But for alot of Somalis, they don't want to work hard, yet at the same time, want the best of the best. Life doesn't work that way.
Alhamdulilah, my mother (May Allah grant her jannatul firdaus) taught me that without hard work, you will not get anywhere in this country. Aiming high is the motto for me, and I expect the best out of my self, and of others.