Some work for food, shelter, or safety, which is their primary focus & they can stay focused on tasks for as long as necessary to get them done.
Focus is equally as important as persistence when it comes to working ethics. Focusing will allow you to finish tasks more efficiently while avoiding distractions. Work Ethics is an important “Soft Skill.”
A person with a strong work ethic may be referred to as tenacious, which for the most part, is a positive aspect of work ethic and could also be considered a soft skill. If someone calls you determined, you're probably the kind of person who never gives up and never stops trying: someone who does whatever is required to accomplish a goal.