Joslyn, a student from - of all places - Lucky, Louisanna, told the judges on America's Next Top Model (ANTM) that she tried out "30 times" for a place in the competition. Jay Manuel, who oversees the photo shoots, disputed this claim, saying ANTM has only had 10 cycles, so how could she possibly have tried out 30 times? Maybe Joslyn exaggerated, but so what? The point is she was, as she put it, "that driven and that determined to be on America's Next Top Model." In a way, she was trying out over and over again for one of the most desired internships on the planet.

Now that her persistence has finally paid off, Joslyn is going on to the next step, which is doing everything she can to win the competition. Her positive, upbeat personality and ability to follow instructions have already made her a favorite among the photographers brought in for the photo shoots. As Jay Manuel put it, "photographers jump" when Joslyn comes onto the set because she brings "so much positive energy." What an amazing compliment.

Her persistence, along with her positive attitude and modeling skills, will take Joslyn far in the competition. Even if she doesn't win, she'll probably get job offers because of her pleasant personality and drive to succeed at her chosen career. Cycle 8 winner, Jaslene, may not have tried out as many times as Joslyn, but imagine if she had become discouraged when she was turned down for Cycle 7?

It isn't just aspiring models who can benefit from persistence and a positive outlook. College students looking for the perfect internship, recent college graduates seeking entry-level jobs ... and the list goes on. Keep trying and keep believing your dreams will come true and, one day, they probably will.