He attributes his work ethic to them, and he draws inspiration from his heritage.
And Munroe says his work ethic and attitude means he has nothing to fear from his next fight.
But questions over his work ethic, leadership and injuries led to his release from Tennessee after the 2010 season.
"The combine confirmed all the questions that were out there about his work ethic, " says Scott Wright, who runs Web site draftcountdown.com.
"He is extremely focused and someone that other players look up to because of his work ethic and superb attitude, " he said.
He said he had reduced the amount of time Wilkinson will serve in prison due to his guilty pleas, his character references and his work ethic.
Trestman worked with Tebow at the Senior Bowl and before the NFL draft in 2010, and raved about his work ethic and potential to become a solid passer.
In the biggest events he is knocking on the door, it's important he maintains his work ethic and if he does there is no reason why he can't improve.
Dzhokar Tsarnaev had worked as a lifeguard at Harvard University, said George McMasters, who hired him about two and a half years ago and said he was impressed with his work ethic.
"Every team has a tremendous amount of respect for Ryan because of his work ethic and what he brings to the table, his intelligence, the type of pro he will be, " Hicks said.
His work ethic and passion for coaching were apparent when he swam at Metro State, where after practice he hung around to write down that day's routine and ask about the philosophy behind it.
Dzhokar Tsarnaev had worked as a lifeguard at a pool at Harvard University, said George McMasters, who hired him about two and a half years ago and said he was impressed with his work ethic.
Dzhokhar Tsarnaev had worked as a lifeguard at a pool at Harvard University, said George McMasters, who hired him about two and a half years ago and said he was impressed with his work ethic.
Jay-Z, the rapper turned Def Jam executive, said that Kanye's current success was owed to his obsessive work ethic.
Giarmo says he credits the military for his strong work ethic.
Describing Mr Zoellick as her "alter ego", Ms Rice praised his "tireless work ethic" and said his efforts had made the US "stronger and safer".
Morris figures it can make a case by highlighting Rodriguez's strong points, like his well-known work ethic and his move to ditch agent Scott Boras from last winter's contentious contract negotiations with the Yankees, choosing to approach the club himself.
Just not for Clemens, whose inability to admit that his talent and work ethic may have gotten a little help along the way could now cost him dearly.
His performances for Harlequins demonstrate an excellent work ethic, and his disciplinary record - one yellow card following persistent team infringements in seven years as a professional player - speaks for itself.
He heaps praise on Woods's work ethic and his willingness to do whatever was necessary to win.
Ma himself has impressed many with his sharp entrepreneurial sense and work ethic.
After turning this work ethic into his own successful business career, Mitt went on to raise his own children the same way.
Sale's physique is not the kind that scouts typically look for, but his talent, maturity and work ethic have made long-term durability concerns an afterthought.
Despite becoming a wealthy and successful CEO who could easily afford to hire help, George Romney instilled this same work ethic in his kids by requiring them to mow the lawn, shovel snow, rake leaves, weed the garden, and clean the house.
But he also adapted himself to the world, not least in fighting to overcome dyslexia, which he says gave him a work ethic that infuses every part of his life (perhaps too much: he describes his six-decade marriage to Edye in glowing terms, but regrets spending too little time with his growing sons).
Fans who watched Biggio play will remember him for his rare combination of speed, power and an interminable work ethic constantly on display both at the plate and in the field.
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Ryan has spent his legislative career mastering the budget and other policy functions with inspiring enthusiasm and work ethic.
Bulmahn has long marveled over Lukas' work ethic, and nothing that's happened this week has changed his mind.
As near as you can discern from the cryptic labels of his liquid soaps, the late Emil Bronner believed in the wisdom of Rudyard Kipling, the work ethic of Mark Spitz and the unity of mankind.
Woods, however, is a prodigy who still loves to play, and it's hard not to be impressed by Haney's recollections of Woods' determination and work ethic practicing in the dark, spending hours in the mirror working on his swing.
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