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25 Quotes to Inspire Your Entrepreneurial Journey Every struggle we face has been overcome by someone we respect who is willing to tell us how it is done.

By Deep Patel • Apr 23, 2017

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The right quote at the right time can often provide deeper meaning and perception just when you need it most.

A perfectly worded quip can impart wisdom and wit. It can tug at your heartstrings or be a bolt of lightning to awaken and invigorate your mind. A good quote can give you a lens through which to view a difficult situation or provide a ray of light in a dark time.

Here's a compilation of inspiring quotes from people whose observations and intuitions continue to lift us all.

1. "My biggest motivation? Just to keep challenging myself. I see life almost like one long university education that I never had -- every day I'm learning something new." -- Richard Branson

2. "Genius is 1 percent inspiration, and 99 percent perspiration." -- Thomas Edison

3. "Every time you state what you want or believe, you're the first to hear it. It's a message to both you and others about what you think is possible. Don't put a ceiling on yourself." -- Oprah Winfrey

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4. "Fear is the disease. Hustle is the antidote." -- Travis Kalanick

5. "If you're offered a seat on a rocket ship, don't ask what seat! Just get on." -- Sheryl Sandberg

6. "Timing, perseverance, and ten years of trying will eventually make you look like an overnight success." -- Biz Stone

7. "It's fine to celebrate success but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure." -- Bill Gates

8. "Dreaming, after all, is a form of planning." -- Gloria Steinem

9. "The question I ask myself almost every day is, "Am I doing the most important thing I could be doing?'" -- Mark Zuckerberg

10. "You take your life in your own hands, and what happens? A terrible thing, no one to blame." -- Erica Jong

11. "A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new." -- Albert Einstein

12. "Success is walking from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm." -- Winston Churchill

13. "The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing." -- Walt Disney

14. "When one door of happiness closes, another opens, but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one that has been opened for us." -- Helen Keller

15. "Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." -- Albert Schweitzer

16. "Successful and unsuccessful people do not vary greatly in their abilities. They vary in their desires to reach their potential." -- John Maxwell

17. "It's hard to do a really good job on anything you don't think about in the shower." -- Paul Graham

18. "Every strike brings me closer to the next home run." -- Babe Ruth

19. "Without ambition one starts nothing. Without work one finishes nothing. The prize will not be sent to you. You have to win it." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson

20. "Build your own dreams, or someone else will hire you to build theirs." -- Farrah Gray

21. "If I had asked people what they wanted, they would have said faster horses." -- Henry Ford

22. "The entrepreneur is essentially a visualizer and actualizer. He can visualize something, and when he visualizes it he sees exactly how to make it happen." -- Robert L. Schwartz

23. "I'm convinced that about half of what separates the successful entrepreneurs from the non-successful ones is pure perseverance." -- Steve Jobs

24. "What's money? A man is a success if he gets up in the morning and goes to bed at night and in between does what he wants to do." -- Bob Dylan

25. "Formal education will make you a living; self-education will make you a fortune." -- Jim Rohn

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100 Inspirational Business Quotes For Growth and Success

In this blog post, we will explore a collection of powerful business quotes that encapsulate the essence of business, sparking inspiration and providing guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned professionals alike. In the ever-evolving business world, it is crucial to adapt, innovate, and look forward rather than dwelling on past practices. By embracing change and investing our energy in new ventures, we can pave the way for success.

If you feel demotivated, anxious, stuck or just worried, these business quotes can help you move forward in your business journey and even inspire some ideas in you.

So without further ado, here are the best business quotes by entrepreneurs and leaders that offer us insight, business sense and wisdom to start and grow our own businesses!

Table of Contents

Famous Business Quotes

“Find a great mentor, someone who has already been through the many challenges of being an entrepreneur…” – Jodi Levine
“If you’re trying to create a company, it’s like baking a cake. You have to have all the ingredients in the right proportion.” – Elon Musk
“Making money is art and working is art and good business is the best art.” – Andy Warhol
“You only have to do a very few things right in your life so long as you don’t do too many things wrong.” – Warren Buffett
“There’s nothing wrong with staying small. You can do big things with a small team.” – Jason Fried
“Great customer service is a critical competitive advantage for a business.” – Steve Benson
“The secret of business is to know something that nobody else knows.” – Aristotle Onassis

Motivational Business Quotes

“Keep on going, and the chances are that you will stumble on something, perhaps when you are least expecting it. I never heard of anyone ever stumbling on something sitting down.” – Charles F. Kettering
“Every worthwhile accomplishment, big or little, has its stages of drudgery and triumph: a beginning, a struggle and a victory.” – Mahatma Gandhi
“Never ever give up! Constant effort is the key to success.” – Xavier Davis
“Some people dream of success, while other people get up every morning and make it happen.” – Wayne Huizenga
“If we did all the things we were capable of, we would astound ourselves.” – Thomas Edison
“One way to keep momentum going is to have constantly greater goals.” – Michael Korda
“Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” – Confucius
“In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” – Albert Einstein

Inspirational Business Quotes

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then is not an act but a habit.” – Aristotle
“You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
“If you don’t understand the details of your business you are going to fail.” – Jeff Bezos
“Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth.” – John F. Kennedy
“Formal education will make you a living; self education will make you a fortune.” – Jim Rohn
“Keep your face always toward the sunshine and shadows will fall behind you.” – Walt Whitman
“What the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” – Napoleon Hill
“Small opportunities are often the beginning of great achievements.” – Demosthenes

Business Quotes About Taking Risks

“Whenever you see a successful business, someone once made a courageous decision.” – Peter F. Drucker
“Change is not a threat, it’s an opportunity. Survival is not the goal, transformative success is.” – Seth Godin
“You can’t be successful in business without taking risks. It’s really that simple.” – Adena Friedman
“If you are not willing to risk the usual, you will have to settle for the ordinary.” – Jim Rohn
“Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.” – T.S. Eliot
“People who don’t take risks generally make about two big mistakes a year. People who do take risks generally make about two big mistakes a year.” – Peter Drucker
“It’s OK to have your eggs in one basket as long as you control what happens to that basket.” – Elon Musk
“What would you do if you weren’t afraid?” – Sheryl Sandberg

Business Quotes about Success

“If you really look closely, most overnight successes took a long time.” – Steve Jobs
“Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.” – Henry David Thoreau
“Successful people do what unsuccessful people are not willing to do. Don’t wish it were easier; wish you were better.” – Jim Rohn
“In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.” – Bill Cosby
“Motivation is the catalyzing ingredient for every successful innovation.” – Clayton Christensen
“Don’t be distracted by criticism. Remember – the only taste of success some people get is to take a bite out of you.” – Unknown
“Don’t worry about being successful but work toward being significant and the success will naturally follow.” – Oprah Winfrey
“Try not to become a man of success. Rather become a man of value.” – Albert Einstein
“The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like focus.” – Bruce Lee
“Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don’t quit.” – Conrad Hilton
“The secret of success is to do the common thing uncommonly well.” – John D. Rockefeller Jr.
“The secret of success in any field is redefining what success means to you.” – RuPaul
“Sooner or later, those who win are those who think they can.” – Paul Tournier

Business Quotes About Work & Vision

“If one does not know to which port one is sailing, no wind is favorable.” – Lucius Annaeus Seneca
“A business has to be involving, it has to be fun, and it has to exercise your creative instincts. ” – Richard Branson
“I never dreamed about success — I worked for it.” – Estee Lauder
“You never achieve real success unless you like what you are doing.” – Dale Carnegie
“Plan for what is difficult while it is easy. Do what is great while it is small.” – Sun Tzu
“The entrepreneur always searches for change, responds to it, and exploits it as an opportunity.” – Peter Drucker
“Paying attention to simple little things that most men neglect makes a few men rich.” – Henry Ford
“The heart and soul of a company is creativity and innovation.” – Robert Iger, CEO of Disney
“When you find an idea that you just can’t stop thinking about, that’s probably a good one to pursue.” – Josh James, CEO and co-founder of Omniture
“Where do you put the fear when you choose to innovate? The fear is there, but you have to find a place to put it.” – Seth Godin
“You need to spend all of your time and energy on creating something that actually brings value to the people you’re asking for money!” – Gary Vaynerchuk

Business Quotes About Challenges

“Entrepreneurs understand that there is little difference between obstacles and opportunity.” – Victor Kiam
“Only when the tide goes out do you discover who’s been swimming naked. ” – Warren Buffett
“Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” – Thomas Edison
“Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all.” – Dale Carnegie
“Don’t let the fear of losing be greater than the excitement of winning.” – Robert Kiyosaki
“All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” – Walt Disney
“Winning is great, sure, but if you are really going to do something in life, the secret is learning how to lose. Nobody goes undefeated all the time. If you can pick up after a crushing defeat, and go on to win again, you are going to be a champion someday.” – Wilma Rudolph
“Fearlessness is not the absence of fear, it’s the mastery of fear. It’s about getting up one more time when we fall down.” – Arianna Huffington

Business Quotes About Working Hard

“Talent is cheaper than table salt. What separates the talented individual from the successful one is a lot of hard work.” – Stephen King
“Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny.” – C.S. Lewi s
“Strength and growth come only through continuous effort and struggle.” – Napoleon Hill
“I find that the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have.” – Thomas Jefferson
“Happiness does not come from doing easy work but from the afterglow of satisfaction that comes after the achievement of a difficult task that demands our best.” – Theodore Isaac Rubin
“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.” – Helen Keller
“Show up, show up, show up, and after a while, the muse shows up, too.” – Isabel Allende

Business Quotes About Overcoming Failure

“Success is walking from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm.” – Winston Churchill
“Every problem is a gift — without problems we would not grow.” – Anthony Robbins
“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” – Colin Powell
“Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston S. Churchill
“You build on failure. Use it as a stepping stone and close the door on the past. Don’t try to forget the mistakes, but don’t dwell on it.” – Johnny Cash
“Don’t be afraid to assert yourself, have confidence in your abilities and don’t let the bastards get you down.” – Michael Bloomberg
“Never let success get to your head and never let failure get to your heart.” – Drake

Business Quotes About Leadership

“One of the tests of leadership is the ability to recognize a problem before it becomes an emergency.” – Arnold H. Glasow
“You don’t build a business, you build people, then people build the business.” – Zig Ziglar
“The final test of a leader is that he leaves behind him in other men the conviction and the will to carry on.” – Walter Lippmann
“Bringing great people onto your team is about demonstrating that size really doesn’t matter — people do.” – Jess Campbell

Business Quotes About Customers

“What helps people, helps business.” – Leo Burnett
“Customer service is an opportunity to exceed your customer’s expectations.” – John Jantsch
“Know your communities well! Ask your customers questions and get feedback, get to know them and their needs, chat with other small businesses, work together, and above all: support each other!” – Andrew Young
“My advice is to focus on the importance of forging a long-term relationship, whether with colleagues, partners, or customers. It is often easy to get caught up in short-term decisions.” – Sheila Lirio Marcelo
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou
“We are really competing against ourselves, we have no control over how other people perform.” – Pete Cashmore, founder of Mashable
“There is only one boss. The customer. And he can fire everybody in the company from the chairman on down, simply by spending his money somewhere else.” – Sam Walton

Short Business Quotes

“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” – Walt Disney
“Be the change you wish to see in the world.” – Mahatma Gandhi
“Out of your vulnerabilities will come your strength.” – Sigmund Freud
“A big business starts small.” – Richard Branson
“A goal without a plan is just a wish.” – Antoine De Saint-Exupéry
“Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life.” – Steve Jobs
“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” – Mark Twain
“Failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor.” – Truman Capote
“Business is the salt of life.” – Voltaire
“There is no finish line. There are only mile markers.” – Michael Ventura
“Without deviation from the norm, progress is not possible.” – Frank Zappa
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller
“Don’t count the days, Make the days count.” – Muhammad Ali
“In order to succeed, we must first believe that we can.” – Nikos Kazantzakis
“I attribute my success to this: I never gave or took any excuse.” – Florence Nightingale
“The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like focus.” – Bruce Lee
“By failing to prepare you are preparing to fail.” – Benjamin Franklin
“I couldn’t wait for success, so I went ahead without it.” – Jonathan Winters
“Tough times never last, but tough people do.” – Robert H. Schuller
“Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” – John D. Rockefeller
“Be so good they can’t ignore you.” – Steve Martin

Business Quotes About Mindset

“In the business world, everyone is paid in two coins: cash and experience. Take the experience first; the cash will come later.” – Harold S. Geneen
“The secret to successful hiring is this: look for the people who want to change the world.” – Marc Benioff
“The most successful entrepreneurs I know are optimistic. It’s part of the job description.” – Caterina Fake, co-founder of Flickr
“Success comes from the inside out. In order to change what is on the outside, you must first change what is on the inside.” – Idowu Koyenikan
“If we tried to think of a good idea, we wouldn’t have been able to think of a good idea. You just have to find the solution for a problem in your own life.” – Brian Chesky, Co-founder of Airbnb
“Stop chasing the money and start chasing the passion.” – Tony Hsieh

These Business quotes offer invaluable insights and motivation for navigating the complexities of the business world, be it taking risks, overcoming challenges or having an opportunistic mindset. From embracing change and following our passions to empowering others and creating our own future, the wisdom found within these business quotes can inspire and guide us on the path to success and growth.

In the ever-evolving business world, it is crucial to adapt, innovate, and look forward rather than dwelling on past practices and fearing failures. By embracing change and investing our energy in new ventures, we can pave the way for success.

Come back and refer to these business quotes if you ever feel stuck in your journey!

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“The secret of change is to focus all your energy not on fighting the old but on building the new.” —Socrates, father of Western philosophy
“Always deliver more than expected.” —Larry Page, co-founder of Google
“Don’t take too much advice. Most people who have a lot of advice to give—with a few exceptions—generalize whatever they did. Don’t over-analyze everything. I myself have been guilty of over-thinking problems. Just build things and find out if they work.” —Ben Silbermann, founder of Pinterest
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader.” —John Quincy Adams, sixth president of the United States
“Whenever you see a successful business, someone once made a courageous decision.” —Peter F. Drucker
“Be undeniably good. No marketing effort or social media buzzword can be a substitute for that.” —Anthony Volodkin, founder of Hype Machine
“What do you need to start a business? Three simple things: know your product better than anyone, know your customer, and have a burning desire to succeed.” —Dave Thomas, founder of Wendy’s
“If you can’t feed a team with two pizzas, it’s too large.” —Jeff Bezos, founder and CEO of Amazon
“If people like you, they’ll listen to you, but if they trust you, they’ll do business with you.” —Zig Ziglar, author, salesman, and motivational speaker
“If you are not embarrassed by the first version of your product, you’ve launched too late.” —Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn
“The value of an idea lies in the using of it.” —Thomas Edison, co-founder of General Electric
“The stars will never align, and the traffic lights of life will never all be green at the same time. The universe doesn’t conspire against you, but it doesn’t go out of its way to line up the pins either. Conditions are never perfect. ‘Someday’ is a disease that will take your dreams to the grave with you. Pro and con lists are just as bad. If it’s important to you and you want to do it ‘eventually,’ just do it and correct course along the way.” —Tim Ferriss, author of The 4-Hour Work Week
“Make every detail perfect and limit the number of details to perfect.” —Jack Dorsey, co-founder of Twitter
“Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do.” —Steve Jobs, co-founder, chairman and CEO of Apple Inc.
“Always look for the fool in the deal. If you don’t find one, it’s you.” —Mark Cuban, AXS TV chairman and entrepreneur
“Your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning.” —Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft
“If you just work on stuff that you like and you’re passionate about, you don’t have to have a master plan with how things will play out.” —Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Facebook
“If you define yourself by how you differ from the competition, you’re probably in trouble.” —Omar Hamoui, co-founder of AdMob
“Wonder what your customer really wants? Ask. Don’t tell.” —Lisa Stone, co-founder and CEO of BlogHer
“When you find an idea that you just can’t stop thinking about, that’s probably a good one to pursue.” —Josh James, CEO and co-founder of Omniture
“It’s not about ideas. It’s about making ideas happen.” —Scott Belsky, co-founder of Behance
“Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement.” —Golda Meir, fourth Prime Minister of Israel
“There’s nothing wrong with staying small. You can do big things with a small team.” —Jason Fried, 37signals founder and co-author of Rework
“The fastest way to change yourself is to hang out with people who are already the way you want to be.” —Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn
“Chase the vision, not the money. The money will end up following you.” —Tony Hsieh, CEO of Zappos
“The most dangerous poison is the feeling of achievement. The antidote is to every evening think what can be done better tomorrow.” —Ingvar Kamprad, founder of IKEA
“Nothing works better than just improving your product.” —Joel Spolsky, co-founder of Stack Overflow
“Get five or six of your smartest friends in a room and ask them to rate your idea.” —Mark Pincus, CEO of Zynga
“Money is like gasoline during a road trip. You don’t want to run out of gas on your trip, but you’re not doing a tour of gas stations.” —Tim O’Reilly, founder and CEO of O’Reilly Media
“Get big quietly so you don’t tip off potential competitors.” —Chris Dixon, investor at Andreessen Horowitz
“Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.” —Steve Jobs, co-founder, chairman, and CEO of Apple Inc.
“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.” —Helen Keller, US author, political activist, and lecturer
“Don’t try to be original, just try to be good.” —Paul Rand, graphic designer
“Always think outside the box and embrace opportunities that appear, wherever they might be.” —Lakshmi Mittal, chairman & CEO of ArcelorMittal
“Don’t worry about people stealing your design work. Worry about the day they stop.” —Jeffrey Zeldman, entrepreneur and web designer
“The last 10% it takes to launch something takes as much energy as the first 90%.” —Rob Kalin, founder of Etsy
“If you’re interested in the living heart of what you do, focus on building things rather than talking about them.” —Ryan Freitas, co-founder of About.me
“Best startups generally come from somebody needing to scratch an itch.” —Michael Arrington, founder and co-editor of TechCrunch
“Some people dream of success, while other people get up every morning and make it happen.” —Wayne Huizenga, prolific US business person.
“Ideas are easy. Implementation is hard.” —Guy Kawasaki, entrepreneur and co-founder of Alltop
“An entrepreneur is someone who has a vision for something and a want to create.” —David Karp, founder, and CEO of Tumblr
“Get a mentor in the applicable field if you’re at all unsure of what you’re looking for.” —Kyle Bragger, founder of Forrst and co-founder of Exposure
“Every day that we spent not improving our products was a wasted day.” —Joel Spolsky, co-founder of Stack Overflow
“Anything that is measured and watched improves.” —Bob Parsons, founder of GoDaddy
“Stay self-funded as long as possible.” —Garrett Camp, founder of Expa, Uber, and StumbleUpon
“Don’t play games that you don’t understand, even if you see lots of other people making money from them.” —Tony Hsieh, CEO of Zappos
“Timing, perseverance, and 10 years of trying will eventually make you look like an overnight success.” —Biz Stone, co-founder of Twitter
“Human beings have an innate inner drive to be autonomous, self-determined, and connected to one another. And when that drive is liberated, people achieve more and live richer lives.” —Daniel Pink, author
“Fortunes are built during the down market and collected in the upmarket.” —Jason Calacanis, founder of LAUNCH Ticker
“It’s more effective to do something valuable than to hope a logo or name will say it for you.” —Jason Cohen, founder of Smartbear Software
“No more romanticizing about how cool it is to be an entrepreneur. It’s a struggle to save your company’s life—and your own skin—every day of the week.” —Spencer Fry, co-founder of CarbonMade
“You can’t make anything viral, but you can make something good.” —Peter Shankman, founder of HARO
“Don’t worry about funding if you don’t need it. Today, it’s cheaper to start a business than ever.” —Noah Everett, founder of Twitpic
“Data beats emotions.” —Sean Rad, founder of Tinder
“I never dreamed about success, I worked for it.” —Estée Lauder, founder of Estée Lauder Cosmetics
“I try not to make any decisions that I’m not excited about.” —Jake Nickell, founder and CEO of Threadless
“See things in the present, even if they are in the future.” —Larry Ellison, co-founder of Oracle
“You don’t need to have a 100-person company to develop that idea.” —Larry Page, co-founder of Google
“Ideas are commodity. Execution of them is not.” —Michael Dell, chairman, and CEO of Dell
“A business that makes nothing but money is a poor business.” —Henry Ford, founder of the Ford Motor Company
“All humans are entrepreneurs, not because they should start companies but because the will to create is encoded in human DNA.” —Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn
“Great customer service is a critical competitive advantage for a business.” —Steve Benson, editorial cartoonist
“In the end, a vision without the ability to execute it is probably a hallucination.” —Steve Case, co-founder of AOL
“Step out of the history that is holding you back. Step into the new story you are willing to create.” —Oprah Winfrey, media proprietor
“No matter how brilliant your mind or strategy, if you’re playing a solo game, you’ll always lose out to a team.” —Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn
“Don’t be cocky. Don’t be flashy. There’s always someone better than you.” —Tony Hsieh, CEO of Zappos
“Embrace what you don’t know, especially in the beginning, because what you don’t know can become your greatest asset. It ensures that you will absolutely be doing things different from everybody else.” —Sara Blakely, founder of SPANX
“Diligence is the mother of good luck.” —Benjamin Franklin, a Founding Father of the United States
“A person who is quietly confident makes the best leader.” —Fred Wilson, co-founder of Union Square Ventures
“Risk more than others think is safe. Dream more than others think is practical.” —Howard Schultz, former chairman and CEO of Starbucks

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Inspirational quotes about life

Let’s continue our list with some of the top inspirational quotes about life. Every now and then, everyone needs to hear about the positive side of life and the potential it has to offer. These inspirational quotes about life will help empower you to succeed.

“Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it.” —Charles R. Swindoll, author, educator, and radio preacher
“If you can dream it, you can do it.” —Walt Disney, co-founder of the Walt Disney Company
“However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at.” —Stephen Hawking, English theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author
“When I’m old and dying, I plan to look back on my life and say, ‘Wow, that was an adventure,’ not, ‘Wow, I sure felt safe.’” —Tom Preston-Werner, co-founder of Github
“Accept responsibility for your life. Know that it is you who will get you where you want to go, no one else.” —Les Brown, motivational speaker, author, and former politician
“The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams.” ―Oprah Winfrey, media proprietor
“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” —Les Brown, motivational speaker
“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” —Walt Disney, co-founder of the Walt Disney Company
“Lean forward into your life. Begin each day as if it were on purpose.” ―Mary Anne Radmacher, author
“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” ―Maya Angelou, poet, singer, and civil rights activist
“Do not let the memories of your past limit the potential of your future. There are no limits to what you can achieve on your journey through life, except in your mind.” ―Roy T. Bennett, author
“You get in life what you have the courage to ask for.” ―Oprah Winfrey, media proprietor
“Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” ―George Bernard Shaw, playwright
“A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life.” —Charles Darwin, naturalist, geologist and biologist
“Education costs money. But then so does ignorance.” —Sir Claus Moser, statistician
“The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams.” —Michael Jordan, former professional basketball player

Inspirational quotes about success

Success doesn’t happen overnight. You have to take each day as an opportunity to meet your potential and to improve. Here’s a list of our favorite inspirational quotes about success to get your day started.

Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.” —Henry David Thoreau, essayist, poet, and philosopher
“People who succeed have momentum. The more they succeed, the more they want to succeed, and the more they find a way to succeed. Similarly, when someone is failing, the tendency is to get on a downward spiral that can even become a self-fulfilling prophecy.” —Tony Robbins, life and business strategist, and author
“The road to success and the road to failure are almost exactly the same.” —Colin R. Davis, conductor for the London Symphony Orchestra
“Would you like me to give you a formula for success? It’s quite simple, really: Double your rate of failure. You are thinking of failure as the enemy of success. But it isn’t at all. You can be discouraged by failure or you can learn from it, so go ahead and make mistakes. Make all you can. Because remember, that’s where you will find success.” —Thomas J. Watson, former president of IBM, political figure, and philanthropist
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” —Winston Churchill, prime minister of Great Britain during World War II
“Today’s accomplishments were yesterday’s impossibilities.” —Robert H. Schuller, motivational speaker
“Success is the sum of small efforts—repeated day in and day out.” —Robert Collier, author
“Successful people do what unsuccessful people are not willing to do. Don’t wish it were easier; wish you were better.” —Jim Rohn, business philosopher
“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” —Colin Powell, US statesman and retired four-star general in the United States Army
“A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him.” —David Brinkley, newscaster
“Success seems to be largely a matter of hanging on after others have let go.” —William Feather, publisher and author
“Try not to become a man of success. Rather, become a man of value.” —Albert Einstein, theoretical physicist
“Stop chasing the money and start chasing the passion.” —Tony Hsieh, CEO of Zappos
“I never took a day off in my twenties. Not one.” —Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft
“I owe my success to having listened respectfully to the very best advice, and then going away and doing the exact opposite.” —G. K. Chesterton, writer, poet, and philosopher
“If you really look closely, most overnight successes took a long time.” —Steve Jobs, co-founder, chairman and CEO of Apple Inc.
“Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don’t quit.” —Conrad Hilton, founder of the Hilton Hotels chain

Quotes about not giving up

Never give up. Keep chasing your dreams. Life will be hard at times, and the strength lies in not giving up. Take a look at the best inspirational quotes about not giving up.

“If you can’t fly, then run. If you can’t run, then walk. And, if you can’t walk, then crawl. But whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward.” —Martin Luther King Jr., leader of the US civil rights movement
“I got lucky because I never gave up the search. Are you quitting too soon? Or are you willing to pursue luck with a vengeance?” —Jill Konrath, speaker, author and thought leader
“In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” —Albert Einstein, theoretical physicist
“The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.” —Barack Obama, 44th president of the United States
“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” —Thomas Edison, entrepreneur and inventor
“The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.” —Winston Churchill, prime minister of Great Britain during World War II
“You have to believe in yourself when no one else does—that makes you a winner right there.” —Venus Williams, professional tennis player
“We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated.” —Maya Angelou, poet, singer, and civil rights activist
“Strength shows not only in the ability to persist, but in the ability to start over.” —F. Scott Fitzgerald, fiction writer
“Let me tell you the secret that has led to my goal. My strength lies solely on my tenacity.” —Louis Pasteur, biologist, microbiologist and chemist
“Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” —Earl Nightingale, radio speaker and author
“You do what you can for as long as you can, and when you finally can’t, you do the next best thing. You back up but you don’t give up.” ―Chuck Yeager, former US Air Force officer
“Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try Again. Fail again. Fail better.” —Samuel Beckett, Irish avant-garde novelist and playwright
“It’s fine to celebrate success but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure.” —Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft

Quotes about working hard

Hard work helps to turn dreams into reality. These top quotes about working hard will help you get the job done.

“So often people are working hard at the wrong thing. Working on the right thing is probably more important than working hard.” —Caterina Fake, co-founder of Flickr
“If you’re passionate about something and you work hard, then I think you will be successful.” —Pierre Omidyar, founder and chairman of eBay
“I find that the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have.” —Thomas Jefferson, Founding Father and president of the United States
“When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.” —Paulo Coelho, lyricist and novelist
“A dream does not become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination, and hard work.” —Colin Powell, US statesman and retired four-star general in the United States Army
“There is simply no substitute for hard work when it comes to achieving success.” —Heather Bresch, CEO of Mylan
“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.” —Pelé, professional footballer
“No great achiever—even those who made it seem easy—ever succeeded without hard work.” —Jonathan Sacks, author and politician
“The only thing that overcomes hard luck is hard work.” —Harry Golden, writer
“There is no substitute for hard work.” —Thomas Edison, entrepreneur and inventor
“It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up.” —Babe Ruth, professional baseball player

Quotes about challenges

We all face challenges in life. They can either make you or break you. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite quotes about challenges that will encourage you to keep going.

“Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” —John D. Rockefeller, oil industry business magnate
“If you are not willing to risk the usual, you will have to settle for the ordinary.” —Jim Rohn, entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker
“Fearlessness is like a muscle. I know from my own life that the more I exercise it the more natural it becomes to not let my fears run me.” —Arianna Huffington, co-founder of The Huffington Post and founder of Thrive Global
“You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You are able to say to yourself, I lived through this horror. I can take the next thing that comes along. You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” —Eleanor Roosevelt, known as First Lady of the World for her human rights advocacy
“If you can push through that feeling of being scared, that feeling of taking a risk, really amazing things can happen.” —Marissa Mayer, former president and CEO of Yahoo!
“Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” —Theodore Roosevelt, 26th president of the United States
“Challenges are what make life interesting, and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful.” —Joshua J. Marine, author
“Obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don’t turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.” —Michael Jordan, former professional basketball player
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” —Nelson Mandela, former president of South Africa, political leader, and philanthropist
“I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions.” —Stephen Covey, educator, author, and businessman
“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” —Martin Luther King, Jr., leader of the civil rights movement
“Being challenged in life is inevitable, being defeated is optional.” —Roger Crawford, public speaker, author, and certified tennis professional
“Life’s challenges are not supposed to paralyze you, they’re supposed to help you discover who you are.” —Bernice Johnson Reagon, song composer, and social activist
“When we least expect it, life sets us a challenge to test our courage and willingness to change; at such a moment, there is no point in pretending that nothing has happened, or in saying that we are not yet ready. The challenge will not wait. Life does not look back.” —Paulo Coelho, lyricist and novelist
“There are two types of people who will tell you that you cannot make a difference in this world: those who are afraid to try and those who are afraid you will succeed.” —Ray Goforth, director of strategy and partnerships at Spredfast

Quotes about overcoming failure

There will be days when things don’t go as planned. You may feel defeated and let down. But that’s a part of life. It’s how you deal with the failures in life that makes you who you are. Here’s a list of our favorite quotes about overcoming failure that will motivate you to forget past mistakes and take a giant stride forward.

“It is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation.” —Herman Melville, novelist
“Do not be embarrassed by your failures; learn from them and start again.” —Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group
“It doesn’t matter how many times you fail. It doesn’t matter how many times you almost get it right. No one is going to know or care about your failures, and neither should you. All you have to do is learn from them and those around you, because all that matters in business is that you get it right once. Then everyone can tell you how lucky you are.” —Mark Cuban, entrepreneur, owner of Landmark Theaters and Chairman of AXS TV
“I knew that if I failed I wouldn’t regret that, but I knew the one thing I might regret is not trying.” —Jeff Bezos, founder, and CEO of Amazon
“The only thing worse than starting something and failing … is not starting something.” —Seth Godin, author, entrepreneur, and blogger
“Don’t worry about failure; you only have to be right once.” —Drew Houston, founder and CEO of Dropbox
“Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough.” —Og Mandino, author
“Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.” —George Addair, real-estate developer
“Don’t worry about failures, worry about the chances you miss when you don’t even try.” —Jack Canfield, author, motivational speaker, corporate trainer, and entrepreneur
“Many of life’s failures are experienced by people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” —Thomas Edison, entrepreneur and inventor
“The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing.” —Henry Ford, founder of the Ford Motor Company
“Failure is success if we learn from it.” —Malcolm Forbes, entrepreneur and former publisher of Forbes magazine
“Failure is so important. We speak about success all the time. It is the ability to resist failure or use failure that often leads to greater success. I’ve met people who don’t want to try for fear of failing.” —J.K. Rowling, novelist
“I’ve missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. Twenty-six times I’ve been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” —Michael Jordan, former professional basketball player

Funny quotes to cheer you up

Everyone has a bad day once in a while. These inspirational quotes are guaranteed to inspire you and bring a smile to your face.

“People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing—that’s why we recommend it daily.” —Zig Ziglar, author
“I always wanted to be somebody, but now I realize I should have been more specific.”—Lily Tomlin, actress
“The road to success is dotted with many tempting parking spaces.” —Will Rogers, performer
“I didn’t fail the test. I just found 100 ways to do it wrong.” —Benjamin Franklin, Founding Father of the United States
“When I hear somebody sigh, ‘Life is hard,’ I am always tempted to ask, ‘Compared to what?’” —Sydney Harris, journalist
“The elevator to success is out of order. You’ll have to use the stairs … one step at a time.” —Joe Girard, salesman
“Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.” —Thomas Edison, entrepreneur and inventor
“You must learn from the mistakes of others. You can’t possibly live long enough to make them all yourself.” —Sam Levenson, humorist
“Listen, smile, agree, and then do whatever you were gonna do anyway.“ —Robert Downey Jr., actor
“Remember, today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday.” —Dale Carnegie, writer
“Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.” —Will Rogers, performer

Inspirational movie quotes

Movies have a certain memorable aspect about them. They have a unique way of teaching us lessons that stay in our memory. Whether it’s by making us smile, or by moving us to tears, movies have a magic about them. Here are some of the best inspirational quotes from movies.

”Nobody is gonna hit as hard as life, but it ain’t how hard you can hit. It’s how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. It’s how much you can take, and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done.” —Rocky, Rocky Balboa
“Don’t ever let somebody tell you you can’t do something, not even me. All right? You dream, you gotta protect it. People can’t do something themselves, they wanna tell you you can’t do it. If you want something, go get it. Period.” —Chris Gardner, The Pursuit of Happyness
“The only thing standing between you and your goal is the bullshit story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.” —Jordan Belfort, The Wolf of the Wall Street
“All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us.” —Gandalf, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
“Great men are not born great, they grow great.” —Vito Corleone, The Godfather
“Some people can’t believe in themselves until someone else believes in them first.” —Sean Maguire, Good Will Hunting
“Why do we fall, sir? So that we can learn to pick ourselves up.” —Alfred Pennyworth, Batman Begins
“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” —Ferris Bueller, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
“After a while, you learn to ignore the names people call you and just trust who you are.” —Shrek, Shrek the Third
“Our lives are defined by opportunities, even the ones we miss.” —Benjamin Button, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
“What we do in life echoes in eternity.” —Maximus, Gladiator
“Sometimes it is the people who no one imagines anything of who do the things that no one can imagine.” —Alan Turing, The Imitation Game
“Every man dies, but not every man really lives.” —William Wallace, Braveheart
“Someone I once knew wrote that we walk away from our dreams afraid that we may fail, or worse yet, afraid we may succeed.” —Forrester, Finding Forrester
“It is not our abilities that show what we truly are. It is our choices.” —Dumbledore, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
“There should be no boundaries to human endeavor. We are all different. However bad life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at. While there’s life, there is hope.” —Stephen Hawking, The Theory of Everything
“The accident is your training. Life is a choice. You can choose to be a victim or anything else you’d like to be.” —Socrates, Peaceful Warrior
“In this lifetime, you don’t have to prove nothing to nobody, except yourself. And after what you’ve gone through, if you haven’t done that by now, it ain’t gonna never happen.” —Fortune, Rudy
It’s supposed to be hard. If it wasn’t hard, everyone would do it. The hard is what makes it great.” —Jimmy Dugan, A League of Their Own
“Oh yes, the past can hurt. But you can either run from it, or learn from it.” —Rafiki, The Lion King
“No matter what anybody tells you, words and ideas can change the world.” —John Keating, Dead Poets Society
“You mustn’t be afraid to dream a little bigger, darling.” —Eames, Inception
“Find a truly original idea. It is the only way I will ever distinguish myself. It is the only way I will ever matter.” —John Nash, A Beautiful Mind

Quotes about work

No matter what day of the week it is, this list of inspirational quotes about work will help you get through the day.

If you are working on something that you really care about, you don’t have to be pushed. The vision pulls you.” —Steve Jobs, co-founder, chairman and CEO of Apple Inc.
“Don’t say you don’t have enough time. You have exactly the same number of hours per day that were given to Helen Keller, Pasteur, Michelangelo, Mother Teresa, Leonardo Da Vinci, Thomas Jefferson, and Albert Einstein.” —H. Jackson Brown Jr., US author
“The more I want to get something done ,the less I call it work.” —Richard Bach, writer
“Don’t count the days, make the days count.” —Muhammad Ali, professional boxer
“A year from now you may wish you had started today.” —Karen Lamb, author
“Someday is not a day of the week.” —Janet Dailey, author
“What we fear of doing most is usually what we most need to do.” —Ralph Waldo Emerson, essayist, philosopher, and poet
“Make each day your masterpiece.” —John Wooden, basketball player
“Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work.” —Aristotle, father of Western philosophy

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One other thing:

Did you notice some of the recurring themes throughout these business quotes?

You’ll see things like:

Believe in yourself
Focus on quality

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70 Amazing Business Quotes to Inspire the Entrepreneur in You

Running a business can be full of all sorts of highs and lows. The challenges can drive you to be better but also crush you with their severity. When you’re feeling down, you can always turn to sources of inspiration to buoy your spirits and remind you why you started the company in the first place.

As you busy yourself learning how to grow your business , the following business quotes can help ignite your entrepreneurship mindset once again. And since many of these quotes come from successful entrepreneurs in their own right, think of them like snippets of valuable life lessons that can help you find success.

Inspirational Business Quotes to Reinvigorate Your Entrepreneurial Spirit

“The best revenge is massive success.” —Frank Sinatra

“What do you need to start a business? Three simple things: know your product better than anyone, know your customer, and have a burning desire to succeed.” —Dave Thomas

“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” —Winston Churchill

“Ideas are easy. Implementation is hard.” —Guy Kawasaki

“Chase the vision, not the money, the money will end up following you.” —Tony Hsieh

“If you can dream it, you can do it.” —Walt Disney

“Employees want to feel inspired by their leaders…hire individuals who will lead by example.” —Jody Kohner

“In the end, a vision without the ability to execute it is probably a hallucination.” —Steve Case

“Failure is so important. We speak about success all the time. It is the ability to resist failure or use failure that often leads to greater success. I’ve met people who don’t want to try for fear of failing.” —J.K. Rowling

“Money is like gasoline during a road trip. You don’t want to run out of gas on your trip, but you’re not doing a tour of gas stations.” —Tim O’Reilly

“Embrace what you don’t know, especially in the beginning, because what you don’t know can become your greatest asset. It ensures that you will absolutely be doing things different from everybody else.” —Sara Blakely

“The only thing worse than starting something and failing… is not starting something.” —Seth Godin

“If you are not embarrassed by the first version of your product, you’ve launched too late.” —Reid Hoffman

“If you really look closely, most overnight successes took a long time.” —Steve Jobs

“The only way you are going to have success is to have lots of failures first.” —Sergey Brin

“I never dreamed about success, I worked for it.” —Estee Lauder

“Formal education will make you a living; self-education will make you a fortune.” —Jim Rohn

“Whether you think you can, or think you can’t—you’re right.” —Henry Ford

“Keep on going, and the chances are that you will stumble on something, perhaps when you are least expecting it. I never heard of anyone ever stumbling on something sitting down.” —Charles F. Kettering

“Strength and growth come only through continuous effort and struggle.” —Napoleon Hill

“Winning is not a sometime thing; it’s an all time thing. You don’t win once in a while, you don’t do things right once in a while, you do them right all the time. Winning is habit. Unfortunately, so is losing.” —Vince Lombardi

“I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions.” —Stephen Covey

“The stars will never align, and the traffic lights of life will never all be green at the same time. The universe doesn’t conspire against you, but it doesn’t go out of its way to line up the pins either. Conditions are never perfect. ‘Someday’ is a disease that will take your dreams to the grave with you. Pro and con lists are just as bad. If it’s important to you and you want to do it ‘eventually,’ just do it and correct course along the way.” —Tim Ferriss

“If you don’t build your dream, someone else will hire you to help them build theirs.” —Dhirubhai Ambani

“The last 10% it takes to launch something takes as much energy as the first 90%.” —Rob Kalin

“I do not know the word ‘quit.’ Either I never did, or I have abolished it.” —Susan Butcher

“It’s more effective to do something valuable than to hope a logo or name will say it for you.” —Jason Cohen

“Try not to become a man of success. Rather become a man of value.” —Albert Einstein

“Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” —Theodore Roosevelt

“Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” —Earl Nightingale

“You know, you don’t have to have money to be a successful businessperson. You don’t need a college degree, you just need a lot of common sense backed up by a willingness to work hard.” —Farrah Gray

“Do not be embarrassed by your failures; learn from them and start again.” —Richard Branson

“Don’t be distracted by criticism. Remember—the only taste of success some people get is to take a bite out of you.” —Zig Ziglar

“There are two types of people who will tell you that you cannot make a difference in this world: those who are afraid to try and those who are afraid you will succeed.” —Ray Goforth

“I failed my way to success.” —Thomas Edison

“Remember, today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday.” —Dale Carnegie

“Yesterday’s home runs don’t win today’s games.” —Babe Ruth

“Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” —Albert Schweitzer

“To be successful, you have to have your heart in your business, and your business in your heart.” —Thomas Watson

“If you see a bandwagon, it’s too late.” —James Goldsmith

“Don’t take too much advice. Most people who have a lot of advice to give—with a few exceptions—generalize whatever they did. Don’t over-analyze everything. I myself have been guilty of over-thinking problems. Just build things and find out if they work.” —Ben Silbermann

“Sometimes it is the people who no one imagines anything of who do the things that no one can imagine.” —Alan Turing

“Don’t worry about people stealing your design work. Worry about the day they stop.” —Jeffrey Zeldman

“All humans are entrepreneurs not because they should start companies but because the will to create is encoded in human DNA.” —Reid Hoffman

“Wonder what your customer really wants? Ask. Don’t tell.” —Lisa Stone

“Please think about your legacy, because you’re writing it every day.” —Gary Vaynerchuck

“Forget past mistakes. Forget failures. Forget everything except what you’re going to do now and do it.” —William Durant

“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work and learning from failure.” —Colin Powell

“I find that the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have.” —Thomas Jefferson

“Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.” —Henry David Thoreau

“You know you are on the road to success if you would do your job, and not be paid for it.” —Oprah Winfrey

“You only have to do a very few things right in your life so long as you don’t do too many things wrong.” —Warren Buffett

“Almost everything worthwhile carries with it some sort of risk, whether it’s starting a new business, whether it’s leaving home, whether it’s getting married, or whether it’s flying into space.” —Chris Hadfield

“It doesn’t matter how many times you fail. It doesn’t matter how many times you almost get it right. No one is going to know or care about your failures, and neither should you. All you have to do is learn from them and those around you because all that matters in business is that you get it right once. Then everyone can tell you how lucky you are.” —Mark Cuban

“I cannot give you the formula for success, but I can give you the formula for failure—It is: Try to please everybody.” —Herbert Bayard Swope

“Successful and unsuccessful people do not vary greatly in their abilities. They vary in their desires to reach their potential.” —John Maxwell

“Play by the rules, but be ferocious.” —Phil Knight

“Lean forward into your life. Begin each day as if it were on purpose.” —Mary Anne Radmacher

“When you find an idea that you just can’t stop thinking about, that’s probably a good one to pursue.” —Josh James

“Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement.” —Golda Meir

“Don’t worry about failure. You only have to be right once.” —Drew Houston

“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” —Walt Disney

“The winners in life think constantly in terms of I can, I will, and I am. Losers, on the other hand, concentrate their waking thoughts on what they should have or would have done, or what they can’t do.” —Dennis Waitley

“If people like you, they’ll listen to you, but if they trust you, they’ll do business with you.” —Zig Ziglar

“Always deliver more than expected.” —Larry Page

“If you’re competitor-focused, you have to wait until there is a competitor doing something. Being customer-focused allows you to be more pioneering.” —Jeff Bezos

“You must learn from the mistakes of others. You can’t possibly live long enough to make them all yourself.” —Sam Levenson

“Would you like me to give you a formula for success? It’s quite simple, really: Double your rate of failure. You are thinking of failure as the enemy of success. But it isn’t at all. You can be discouraged by failure or you can learn from it, so go ahead and make mistakes. Make all you can. Because remember that’s where you will find success.” —Thomas Watson

“The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams.” —Michael Jordan

“Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” —John D. Rockefeller

Time to Get to Work

If there’s one thing to learn from the above business quotes, it’s that to earn success you have to get to work. No amount of time spent thinking and dreaming will do much good if it’s not accompanied by hard work. Now that you feel inspired, you can start putting in the work to see your company become more successful.

To achieve success, you’ll also need to focus on continuous learning and improvement. Make a habit of reading industry publications, attending conferences and workshops, and seeking out guidance from others. When you invest in your own growth, you’ll become a more effective leader and position your company for long-term success. Remember, success doesn’t happen all at once. It’s a journey that requires constant effort and dedication.

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42 Entrepreneur Quotes To Motivate and Inspire You

Entrepreneurship is not easy. You will most definitely learn this when you are already on your entrepreneurial journey.

If you think starting a business is hard, try growing it.

No wonder over 90% of startup businesses fail almost every year.

However, as of 2022, there are over 582 million entrepreneurs worldwide.

Even though some businesses are failing, more businesses are still being established. This is because entrepreneurs are risk takers.

They are courageous and stubborn enough to still go after their dreams.

Entrepreneurship is an adventure with so many lessons to learn.

And in this article, I have gathered the best entrepreneur quotes from top entrepreneurs and business thought-leaders around the world.

Each quote shares a lesson that will fire you up and inspire you to start or keep growing your business.

Inspirational Entrepreneur Quotes to Motivate Your Entrepreneurship Journey

Being an entrepreneur is hard work. While the success story seems great and attractive, the process is not.

Many entrepreneurs have given up and called it quits on their dreams.

But some are willing to keep moving forward. All they require is a little more nudge to get them started on the right foot.

This section of entrepreneur quotes does just that. Each quote and explanation shows you the key information you need to know about becoming an entrepreneur.

The first thing you should understand about becoming an entrepreneur is to be prepared to take risks and experience failure.

Don't worry. It's not scary.

You have to be daring to go for it. In risk-taking, you also persevere.

In this journey, you will have to make life-changing decisions, and you may probably never know what the results will be till you make your choice.

According to Spotify, the biggest reason people want to be entrepreneurs is to be independent.

This is not a wrong desire. It is not impossible.

I, too, wanted to be independent. That is why I grabbed the bull by the horns and worked hard to start my own business.

If I were to choose a path, I would choose this path over again because I don't regret a thing.

Once you have a desire or a goal, keep saying it to yourself, so it becomes possible in your mind.

That is a trick I learned when I started launching FounderJar and my other businesses. I had a desire, and the more I said it aloud, the more it became real.

Be open about what you want. If you want to create the best consulting firm that helps small businesses in your locality, keep saying it to yourself.

The more you say your dreams out loud, your ears pick them up and transfer them to your mind. Your mind interprets it and sets on it.

Another important thing you should get is a solid business plan .

Going into a tough career path without a plan is like going to war without a plan on how to conquer the enemy.

What happens when this happens?

You fail. Woefully.

Planning is a key part of the entrepreneurial process. Without planning, you cannot launch an effective marketing campaign or create a product.

Everything in your entrepreneurship journey revolves around your effective action plan.

As an entrepreneur, your plan should include:

What products or services do you deliver?
How to reach your target customers?
The best marketing strategies to use
How many milestones do you need to accomplish your goals?
How many team members do you need to handle various responsibilities in your business?

A clear-cut out plan makes it easier for you to know what direction to take next. You know when to take risks or stay low.

Imagine living your life on your own terms. You are free to do whatever you like. No boss to scold you for coming late to work or give you more boring work.

It's great, right?

Freedom is great; financial freedom is even better. No doubt.

Being financially free and with great health is an excellent one. And this is the best kind of success.

However, this kind of success cannot be achieved overnight. It results from many years of pure hard work, consistency, and commitment.

Yes, you want a better life.

But the million-dollar question is: Are you ready to commit yourself to the entire process?”

To be a successful entrepreneur, you must know that you should be creative.

Entrepreneurship thrives on creativity.

And being creative means you should never go for ordinary or mediocre things.

Your mind should always be focused on doing things better, differently.

The best entrepreneurs and business leaders are those who are tired of the ordinary way of doing things. So they set out to create their own path.

Even if you want to do what others are doing, your focus should be “how can I make it better and more valuable.”

Passion is the fuel that keeps entrepreneurship going.

You have to be passionate about your business.

Here is the thing, if you are not passionate about your business, you are more likely to give up at first sight of a challenge.

Have you ever wondered why some entrepreneurs seem to switch businesses every six months?

It is because they enter an industry with the thought of only making money.

But when the money isn't forthcoming, they move to the next fast money-making idea rather than stay and grow the business.

Unfortunately, these entrepreneurs move on when another challenge arises in this new venture.

And the cycle continues, and more startups fail .

You have to be passionate about winning if you want to win. Before you start your business, you have to be passionate about it.

Passion inspires your business vision and helps you build an authentic brand.

One major thing I always tell aspiring entrepreneurs is to follow their hearts.

Your life shouldn’t be a product of people’s thoughts.

When starting your business, you don't need to cloud your mind with everybody's opinions. It can get very conflicting.

Go for what you want and build your experiences if you want something.

The moment you start moving with people’s definition of you, you become trapped in it.

To succeed in business, your mind must be opened to failure. Failure is inevitable.

Yes. Even the best entrepreneurs in the world have experienced multiple failures.

However, it is how you handle failure that matters the most. Every failure is an opportunity for you to learn, improve, and correct.

Everyone wants to succeed, but you can't win if you don't fail first. Failure is a source of self-improvement. You learn how to do things better.

Your failure serves as part of your experience. The most successful entrepreneurs took lessons from their failures and used them as their greatest weapon.

We all know that Microsoft is one of the giants in the tech industry. However, Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft, didn’t have a good start.

When he and his partner, Paul Allen, developed Traf-O-Data in 1970, nobody hired their services.

The business failed before it even started.

However, they pressed on further and learned to develop software for computers.

This persistence led to the creation of the Microsoft company in 1975. Today, Microsoft is a global success.

Your first foot may not be nice, but it shouldn't be the last.

This is why you must develop a growth mindset to succeed in business. A growth mindset sees better opportunities for growth rather than failure.

I created a list of inspiring growth mindset quotes to help you develop a positive mindset for business.

Failure can be there in the beginning; it can also be there at the end. However, failure is an essential part of entrepreneurship, but you can choose to end with either failure or success.

As a business person, always listen to your customers. Your customers are your bosses.

It doesn't matter if you own your business.

Customers who are unhappy with your products or services will move to your competitors.

Without customers, you don't have a business.

Therefore, never neglect your customer's feedback. Remember, you are in business to create value, not just to make money.

Without value, customers will not give you their money.

As an entrepreneur, you have the sole duty of listening to your customers; they are a direct source of what's working and not working in your business.

Another thing you must note is how to take criticism like a boss . You need to be “unflappable.”

Unflappable means being composed and level-headed at all times.

Learn to shut your ear to destructive criticisms and be open to constructive criticisms. The best way to handle criticism is to:

Pay attention to what is being said.
Remain calm and filter out the hurtful words. Behind any criticism, there are things to learn.
Ask questions, and don't be defensive.
Learn from your mistakes and resolve to improve.

Don’t let your emotions get the best of you.

Bootstrap means self-funding your business without relying on investors, crowdfunding, or loans.

In Bootstrapping, you have nothing to prove to anyone; you have to convince yourself this is your passion and that you want to pursue it.

When you bootstrap, you retain ownership of your business. Investors invest because a specific percentage of the business owner is theirs.

Bootstrapping also allows you to maintain control over your business.

When you take money from outsiders, you indirectly put yourself under unnecessary pressure and responsibilities to meet the investors' expectations.

Bootstrapping has proven to be an effective means of financing startups.

MailChimp is an example of a business that started with bootstrapping.

The same way seeds don't suddenly become ripe fruits overnight is how a business doesn't become a money-making machine overnight.

Every business requires hard work and patience, and perseverance.

Seeds don’t mature overnight; it takes months and even years.

You will have to face rejections, failures, and slow profit.

However, don’t lose faith; be patient. No matter the skills and knowledge level you possess as an entrepreneur, patience is a trait you will forever need.

When you have your own business, you are the boss, and you have employees.

And because you have employees, you are not just an entrepreneur but also a leader.

As an entrepreneurial leader, you share your visions, communicate, discuss opinions and doubts, and show your team the way forward.

Entrepreneurial leaders are made, not born. They are constantly looking for ways to innovate as an individual and as part of a team.

An excellent leader is concerned about their team's growth. So they produce people who go out to train other people.

It takes a whole team to build a successful business. You need a team of smart minds who believe in your vision to succeed.

You cannot build a successful business alone.

Before you start your own business, you need to lay out a plan carefully. You are taking a huge risk and putting your reputation on the line.

A successful business thrives on loyal customers. And the best way to get loyal customers is to build a reputable brand.

It is not easy to have a trustworthy reputation. You have to be committed and consistent in the value you add.

This means you should always think outside the box.

When you start deferring, you lose customers' trust, and they may find it hard to trust you again.

This is why a clear plan is needed. To grow a business, you need to find the right target audience and know how to network.

Networking opens doors of opportunities to grow. Building a strong network and community helps you grow your market and sell your idea.

After all these, your next task is maintaining a good reputation for your business. The more trusted you are, the more customers you attract.

A good reputation is built on great value. Don't ruin it with selfish interests.

Entrepreneur Quotes You Should Always Meditate On

As an entrepreneur, you need to develop a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Every successful entrepreneur has an entrepreneurial spirit.

But it would help if you strengthened your entrepreneurial spirit, especially amid challenges. This section contains motivating entrepreneur quotes you can meditate on to boost your spirit.

You cannot possibly know everything. It is possible. That is why there is always room to learn.

In my blogs and seminars, I have always encouraged young entrepreneurs never to stop learning.

Just because you are doing great in a certain industry doesn't mean you should stop learning more about it.

The market is always evolving, and so should your knowledge. And I compiled a whole list of the best business books for entrepreneurs and leaders.

You see, leaders are readers. They are always open to learning new things.

This is why a growth mindset is essential to the entrepreneurial mindset.

You must love reading. Be a reader and learner. That is one of the key steps to developing and strengthening your entrepreneurial spirit.

Your focus must be on your goals, not on the process.

Does this mean you should not be concerned about the processes?

No. Certainly not.

But your focus should be on your goals. Being goal-oriented motivates you to persevere through all the challenges.

Always create a big picture of how you want your business journey to end. The image in your mind should propel you to keep working on it despite the challenges.

Daily, meditate on success quotes to help you stay focused on your success. Success is not impossible but achievable.

Failure is an inevitable aspect of life.

The difference between successful and unsuccessful people is what they choose to make from the failure experience.

As a start-up, challenges will knock on your door, but survival is one of the vital aspects of every business.

When you fail, don’t take it too personally. In fact, failure is a vital weapon for entrepreneurs to succeed.

It spurs and motivates you to bounce back bigger and better.

Every successful business has a clear mission statement. The mission and vision statements are open for everyone to see.

In fact, they guide every team member involved in the business operations.

Your mission statement also attracts investors and lets people know what your business stands for.

Your mission statement shouldn't just be anything that comes to mind. I wouldn't suggest you do that.

Rather, you should carefully think about it so that it resonates with your target audience.

The mission statement must be:

Short and concise: Avoid getting carried away with so many words.
Think long-term because it is an investment
Try out different mission statements and pick the one that speaks best. You can ask your team for help.

An excellent mission statement must be value-driven, inspiring, plausible, and specific.

If you have trouble generating a mission statement, you can use a free mission statement generator to help you out.

For some entrepreneurs, giving up seems to be the easier option.

A key factor in entrepreneurship is to keep challenging yourself. Never confine yourself to a box.

Keep trying new things, and from your trials, you learn. There are always new things to learn. The world is always changing.

Every day is a new opportunity to learn something new; use it wisely.

An important thing you should know is that every idea is an art . But your art will be worth nothing if you don't do anything about it.

The beauty of art is displayed for all to see and marvel at, not thrown and forgotten under the bed.

Do you know that creative ideas that can change the world fly above us daily?

Almost every second, someone comes up with a creative solution to a problem.

But we don't get to see these ideas manifest because some of them are left to the imagination.

Don’t keep your ideas and plans in your head; go out and do something. Who knows? It might just be the next biggest thing in your industry.

Every day, take one step that brings you closer to the life you want.

Mistakes are part of life and are a natural occurrence.

But let me tell you that you don't have to make all the mistakes just to learn. You can learn from other people's mistakes.

When you listen to various success stories from entrepreneurs, don't just focus on the success. Also, listen to their mistakes.

You avoid unnecessary setbacks if you open yourself to learning from others' mistakes. There is always a lesson to learn.

You can read books from successful entrepreneurs, listen to podcasts, attend webinars and seminars, and even engage with others on social media.

Everyone likes to share their stories and the key lessons they learned in their entrepreneurial journey. All you have to do is listen and learn.

The average person wants to do what every other person is doing. But the excellent entrepreneur prefers to do something out of the box, something unexpected.

Which of these entrepreneurs do you want to be?

My guess is on the excellent one.

To be excellent, you have to leave your mark. And this means doing what the extraordinary. It involves being daring and challenging the status quo.

If you are not ready for an adventure, then you are not ready for entrepreneurship.

Another key way of boosting your entrepreneurial spirit is to network with other entrepreneurs.

A great feeling comes when you interact with other entrepreneurs and business people. It's like there is so much to learn and get.

This is what networking does.

Someone once said that your “network is your net worth.” I couldn't agree more.

Because the kind of people you associate with determines the kind of opportunities and mindset, you will have. These are people you call for advice or go on lunch breaks.

The smart thing to do is to grow a strong network of smart and goal-oriented entrepreneurs.

Those business communities you join online or seminars you attend make it a habit to put yourself out there and relate with people.

The quality of relationship you build can either help you succeed or leave you stagnant.

Fame and wealth don’t make people happy, but your happiness is the key to excelling in life.

If you spend time doing what you dislike or hate, you will be miserable.

But if you spend time doing what you love, you will be happy with every stroke of the clock.

If you engage in something you love, you invest your best of everything in it – talent, energy, creativity, and intelligence.

In entrepreneurship, sometimes, it is not about what you have to offer. But, it is about how you did it, what you used, and how usable it is.

Having a great idea is a good start, but don’t be stuck at the idea level. Build what you have; put your ideas into action.

People may not be interested in what you have; they want to see how you did it and how it will benefit them.

I can't count the times I have heard young entrepreneurs say they are scared to launch their business because of what people think.

People have different opinions about what to do and how to do it.

If you keep trying to fit into everyone's opinion, you may end up mad.

Your peace of mind lies only in what you think.

By trying to please everybody, you may waste your time on the wrong people and invest little time on the right people.

You might also lose your self-confidence because you try to be acceptable to everybody.

Effective hard work is one of the key ingredients to great success.

However, most entrepreneurs would prefer to find a shortcut. But the problem with shortcuts is that they don't lead you to the real treasure.

Without hard work, you cannot go far in business. If you think you can escape hard work, then you need to pay attention to these hard work quotes I arranged.

Know that there is no short – cut to real success.

Hard work may be tiring and take too long, but be steady on the path. It may take time, but you will see results.

In entrepreneurship, there are good days. But there are also bad days.

Entrepreneurship takes you on a rollercoaster ride of incredible highs and devastating lows.

Your entrepreneurial spirit is tested at every angle, and you feel different emotions simultaneously.

Sometimes you love your business; you just want to cry or ignore everything and run.

All these are normal. What matters is that you stay resilient. Your resilience level helps you back up whenever you are at your lowest point.

Your strong desire for success fuels resilience.

Top Entrepreneur Quotes to Grow Your Business Mindset

The greatest weapon for every entrepreneur is their mindset. Your mindset is a total of what you believe in.

Additionally, the quality of your mindset affects your actions.

Therefore, if you have a poor or negative mindset, it will affect your actions towards your business.

This section contains creative and inspiring entrepreneur quotes that will help you develop the right entrepreneurial mindset .

What is success without passion, creativity, and resilience?

My guess is nothing.

They are the top skills every entrepreneur must have .

Passion makes you put your best efforts into your business. When you are passionate about something, you go all in for it. Challenges don't matter.

Creativity ensures you constantly develop and create content. Your creative mindset inspires you to think outside the box and provide new and improved ways to solve a problem.

Resilience ensures you stay on track despite how many times you fall off. A resilient mindset is always determined to keep going regardless of how many times you have fallen.

Getting a mentor must be on your entrepreneur's to-do list.

A mentor is a veteran in your industry who you admire. This person guides you in your journey.

You can call him a guardian angel or counselor.

Your mentor not only guides you but is aware of your strengths and weaknesses, helping you to make better business decisions.

When getting a mentor, I will advise that you get someone who understands your vision and goals.

People are one of the most important things you need in your business.

The most important people you need for a successful business are:

A team of dedicated and talented staff/employees
Investors who genuinely want to invest because they believe in your vision
Loyal customers who are willing to patronize you among other competitors
A community of supporters, either online or offline.

The best way to get these people on your side is to focus on giving, not just receiving.

What value are you giving to these people that would make them want to choose you?

The right entrepreneurial mindset is focused on giving value to society. People become more willing to invest their time, energy, and money in you when they see you give them something valuable.

Note : You don't have to give them money.

The right entrepreneurial mindset doesn't see failure as a setback or an opportunity to give up.

Instead, it sees failure as a stepping stone to something better.

How you react to failure determines if you will go far or quit. It is just a matter of time.

Focus on seeing failure as a criterion for success.

Even the most successful entrepreneurs and business leaders have experienced failure one way or the other. To overcome failure, you need to get used to it.

What better way t get used to failure than by exposing yourself to it? Listen to success stories from successful entrepreneurs and learn from their failures . You will be surprised at how fascinating it is.

So when you fail, get up and try again. Deal with failure like a boss.

Your mindset shapes how you see success.

For example, if you see success as an impossible goal, it will be impossible for you.

It is only a matter of time before you give up.

But if you see success as something you can achieve with time, persistence, determination, and hard work, you will definitely succeed.

Your minder motivates your actions.

If you must succeed as an entrepreneur, you must also succeed as a leader. An entrepreneur is a leader. You are leading people towards a goal.

Do you know that it is no longer “your” vision when people buy into your vision? They have taken it as their own.

Now, they are working towards the “company's” vision.

As the vision carrier, you are leading them towards the final destination. How well you lead determines how far you will go.

Therefore, your leadership style matters a lot.

As an entrepreneur, you should set a target for yourself. Set clearly defined SMART goals .

Your goals must be specific, measurable, attainable, relatable, and timebound. You start by

You also need to have a personal development plan.

Entrepreneurship is about survival, and you are in survival mode every day.

If you are not careful to stay up-to-date about the latest trends in your industry and the market, you are on the path to ignorance.

And one thing I know for sure about ignorance is that it gets you nowhere.

The beautiful thing about failure, when managed well, is that it helps you take a step past your mistake.

Failure shows you how things went wrong and what to do and not do during the next work.

As an entrepreneur, cultivate the habit of taking a step beyond your failures,

It's easy to call yourself an entrepreneur. In fact, anybody can be an entrepreneur. However, your entrepreneurial spirit is tested during the toughest times.

Those who stay true to their dreams, even in the darkest times, are prepared for entrepreneurship.

Courage is one of the key characteristics of a strong entrepreneurial spirit. And true courage is the ability to face challenges no matter how tough it gets.

Real entrepreneurs emerge when the going gets tough, when there’s nobody by their side, and when it seems all has crashed down. A good thing about real entrepreneurs is their tenacity and resilience.

Best Entrepreneur Quotes for Startup Entrepreneurs

Starting a business can be hard and overwhelming. However, in this section, I have gathered key lessons you may not know about growing a business.

Studying, reading, and developing your skills allows you to level up in your business.

You cannot remain in the same position for six months, one year, or even five years. It is bad. What is your development plan? Do you have one?

You must have a plan if you want to grow your business, charge more, and earn more.

If you don't have a plan, stop right now and create a draft plan!

You make a big mistake if you don't have a plan written down. Plans are best written down, not just kept in your head.

Can you remember every single word you said on your 5th birthday?

My guess is no. Why? Because it was a long time ago and your mind has gotten preoccupied with other things.

Likewise, as time goes on, you will likely forget your well-thought-out plan in a few months or even a year.

Our minds cannot be trusted to hold on to information exactly how we want. This is why you should get a piece of paper and scribble down your plans.

Learning never ends. It is a continuous process. You learn, relearn and unlearn; you need to hone your skills constantly.

If not for anything else, the world is changing daily, and you have to keep up with the change and your competitors. Constantly be abreast of change .

Failure is not the end of the game. It is just a place to sit and assess all you’ve done.

It is an opportunity to ponder and reflect on what has already been done, then begin again in a better way. Your failures are not moments to wail and condemn yourself; they are moments to reflect.

Revisit the action, find out where it all went wrong, and what could be done instead. Then go again with the new plan.

It doesn’t matter how many times you fail, the most important thing is that you get back up.

Entrepreneurship is all about learning new knowledge and business activities to achieve a common goal.

It doesn’t stop at learning but moves further to put into practice all that is learned.

One of the greatest challenges for entrepreneurs is good money management.

Many entrepreneurs do not know how to manage their finances. So, where they are supposed to make massive profits, they are making massive losses.

This is one of the reasons why many businesses shut down even after it looked like they were making sales.

The secret about money is that it treats you the way you treat it. If you don't respect money, it will do the same and leave too.

To build up an excellent money mindset, you should meditate on top qu otes about money from successful business people.

An entrepreneur is a hustler. It takes a hustling spirit to survive in entrepreneurship.

The life of an entrepreneur, especially a young one, is tasked with always thinking of new and creative ways to solve a problem and maximize profit.

It is like your mind is always working 24/7.

One of the biggest misconceptions about entrepreneurship is that the moment you become an entrepreneur, you will become financially free.

Financial freedom doesn't happen overnight. In fact, the first few years of growing your business will be your “broke years.” That is the trial period.

Almost every cent you make goes back into growing the business. Set possible financial goals too.

After the business is strong enough to fund itself and pay you, you can start working your way towards financial freedom.

Please don't make the mistake of thinking that your first few profits are for your spending or selfish needs.

Become A Strong Entrepreneur

Successful entrepreneurs are goal-oriented. They know that the road to success is not easy.

However, each of these entrepreneurs was once a young entrepreneur who repeatedly made the same mistakes.

What changed them was the time they spent learning new things and growing their skills.

Similarly, you also keep learning. Learn with these sharp entrepreneur quotes and begin your journey to become that strong-willed entrepreneur.

Always remember that you need to keep pushing. The only difference between successful people and unsuccessful ones is time, determination, and creativity (creative passion)

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51 Entrepreneur Quotes That'll Get You Out of Bed in the Morning

Updated: March 11, 2022

Published: December 06, 2019

Starting your business is like planting a sapling. First, you have to invest your time and money. Then, you must take care of it while expecting nothing in return. But when your startup blossoms, it makes all the patience and hard work worthwhile.

However, like saplings, many startups fail to grow -- and many die one-to-three years after launch. While there are many factors leading to the failure of a startup, one of the main reasons is the lack of expert startup advice founders receive.

Experience of a seasoned entrepreneur is precious -- and no matter how many theoretical models you study, you simply can’t replace the experience they’ve gained through actually doing the work, failing, and succeeding.

Here are 51 pieces of startup advice from seasoned entrepreneurs to help you propel your businesses in the right direction and stay motivated when you need it the most. Want more inspirational, personal development content? Check out Goodvitae here.

Entrepreneur Quotes

"Only the paranoid survive." -Andy Grove, former CEO of Intel
"You have to see failure as the beginning and the middle, but never entertain it as an end." -Jessica Herrin, founder and CEO of Stella & Dot
"Success depends on employees. For me knowing and connecting with my employees is very important." -Divine Ndhlukula, founder and managing director of DDNS Security Operations Ltd
"Don’t let others convince you that the idea is good when your gut tells you it’s bad." -Kevin Rose, co-founded Digg
"Don’t get distracted. Never tell yourself that you need to be the biggest brand in the whole world. Start by working on what you need at the present moment and then what you need to do tomorrow. So, set yourself manageable targets." -Jas Bagniewski, Co-Founder of Eve Sleep
"If you can offer a free tier that provides a lot of value, it will naturally help your product to spread much more rapidly." -Melanie Perkins, Co-founder of Canva
"In the age of transparency, honesty, and generosity, even in the form of an apology, generate goodwill." -Alexander Asseily, founder of Jawbone
"If we tried to think of a good idea, we wouldn’t have been able to think of a good idea. You just have to find the solution for a problem in your own life." -Brian Chesky, Co-founder of Airbnb
"One of the greatest skills of leadership is being unflappable. Anytime you do anything in the world; there’s going to be criticism." -Arianna Huffington, Co-found and editor-in-chief of Huffington Post Media Group
"When you are building a startup, it’s difficult. Particularly, a startup that is expanding at the rate of Tinder. You have to give 100%, and you have to be committed. Solving the problem has to be personal or else you’re going to disintegrate." -Sean Rad, Co-founder of Tinder, Inc.
"Selling is not a pushy, winner-takes-all, macho act. It is an empathy-led, process-driven, and knowledge-intensive discipline. Because, in the end, people buy from people." -Subroto Bagchi, Co-founder of Mindtree
"Ignore the hype of the startups that you see in the press. Mostly, it’s a pack of lies. Half of these startups will be dead in a year. So, focus on building your business so you can be the one left standing." -Jules Pieri, Co-founder and CEO of The Grommet
"It’s important to realize that brand is much more than a logo and slogan. A brand is who your company is: how you function and make decisions." -Joanna McFarland, Co-founder of HopSkipDrive
"Do not focus on numbers. Focus on doing what you do best. It’s about building a community who want to visit your site every day because you create value and offer expertise." -Cassey Ho, Founder of Blogilates.com
"When in doubt, bootstrap. Using your own personal resources is the easiest way to start a business. You don’t have to convince investors about the merits of your idea. You just have to convince yourself." -Ryan Holmes, Co-founder of Hootsuite

Quote by Jessica Herrin that reads "You have to see failure as the beginning and the middle, but never entertain it as an end."

"Starting a company extracts so much energy and conviction that not having a clear-cut goal and meaningful mission can hamper your success. This is why, at Virta, our mission was clearly defined: reverse early type-2 diabetes in 100 million people by 2025." -Sami Inkinen, Co-founder of Virta Health
"If you know too much before the start, then you will get overwhelmed. Come up with an original idea, and don’t copy because there will be no passion. You need that otherworldly passion. Just start." -Jeni Britton Bauer, Founder of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams.
"Don’t assume that borrowing lots of money can make your startup fly. There are many things to the business other than investors, and it’s possible to succeed with your startup without breaking the bank." -Barnaby Lashbrooke, Founder of Time Etc.
"Don’t try to do everything by yourself, but try to connect with people and resources. Having that discipline and perseverance is really important." -Chieu Cao, Co-founder of Perkbox
"It’s necessary to find a mentor who can invest time to know your personal capabilities and business model." -Nigel Davies, Founder of Claromentis

"You have to get good at ceding control and not taking things personally. Even seasoned entrepreneurs have struggled with that. I think it’s about not taking failures personally and also not taking successes personally." -Leila Janah, Founder of Samasource and LXMI
"No matter how many customers you have, each is an individual. The day you start thinking of them as this amorphous ‘collection’ and stop thinking of them as people is the day you start going out of business." -Dharmesh Shah, Co-Founder of HubSpot
"Your ability to attract, evaluate, and forge strong working relationships with co-founders, early employees, and investors often mean the difference between failure and success." -Clara Shih, Co-founder of Hearsay Systems
"Fundraising is much easier now because of crowdfunding. Take advantage of that." -Constantin Bisanz, Founder of Aloha
"Being a woman in business doesn’t come without challenges. My advice? Surround yourself with other supportive women that encourage you, share ideas, and get you motivated." -Jessica Alba, Founder of The Honest Company

Quote by Melanie Perkins that reads "If you can offer a free tier that provides a lot of value, it will naturally help your product to spread much more rapidly."

"My advice is to focus on the importance of forging a long-term relationship, whether with colleagues, partners, or customers. It is often easy to get caught up in short-term decisions." -Sheila Lirio Marcelo, Founder of Care.com
"If you’re starting something on your own, you better have a passion for it, because this is hard work." -Sallie Krawcheck, Co-founder of Ellevest
"Be nicer to your customers than your competitors." -Richard Reed, Co-Founder of Innocent Drinks
"Passion, creativity, and resilience are the most crucial skills in business. If you’ve got those, you’re ready to embark on the journey." -Jo Malone, Founder of Jo Malone
"If you are working on a product that’s going to be consumer-facing, then feedback is invaluable. You should be out there being brave and talking to people and asking for feedback as much as possible." -Emily Brooke, Co-founder of Blaze

Quote by Alexander Asseily that reads "In the age of transparency, honesty, and generosity, even in the form of an apology, generate goodwill."

"Sometimes, it doesn’t hurt to ask. I have been in the news many times just by calling on the news channel and asking them about featuring my business." -Lori Cheek, Founder of Cheekd
"Remain self-funded as long as possible." - Garrett Camp, Co-founder of Uber, StumbleUpon, and Expa
"Start as small as you can. When I started SkinnyMe Tea, I had $24 in the bank, and I was entirely self-funded. If you are not embarrassed by the first version of your product; you’ve launched too late." -Gretta Rose van Riel, Founder of Hey Influencers
"As a founder, lay all the possible scenarios -- from best to worst -- in front of you, so you don’t get surprised when something happens." -Brian Wong, Co-founder of Kiip
"We learned many things while building FourSquare. One of the most important lessons is to be clear to investors about what the company will and will not do. And be open about the priorities of the things that have to be done." -Dennis Crowley, Co-founder of Foursquare

Quote by Kevin Rose that reads "Don’t let others convince you that the idea is good when your gut tells you it’s bad."

"I can name dozens of failures that we had over the years. Yet, with all these failures, we still managed to build Appster into one of the largest, and best companies in our industry. So, remember every time you fail, remind yourself these words: ‘Life won’t always go my way, but I will always find a way'." -Josiah Humphrey, Co-founder of Appster
"If you tune it so that you have zero chance of failure, you usually also have zero chance of success. The key is to look at ways for when you get to your failure checkpoint, you know to stop." -Reid Hoffman, cofounder of LinkedIn
"Some days you're smiling and thinking you're going to make this thing rock. Then the next day a pipe breaks and your costs look too high. You have to learn to keep your eyes on an ultimate goal. If you lose sight of that goal, you have to get out." -Hamdi Ulukaya, founder and CEO of Chobani
"If something is important enough, or you believe something is important enough, even if you are scared, you will keep going." -Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Motors and SpaceX
"One of the things I tend to do is open myself up to a variety of voices. I try to expose myself to the kind of culture shock that occurs when you talk to people who speak a different language." -Pierre Omidyar, founder of eBay
"If you start thinking you are good at something, that's often the day you stop trying to be better and open the back door for someone to come after you. That's why we always aim higher. We never feel like we're done." - Drew Houston, cofounder and CEO of Dropbox

Quote by Andy Grove that reads "Only the paranoid survive."

"Most of us want to tell our coworkers or friends, or husbands or wives, our ideas. For what reason? We want validation. But I feel ideas are most vulnerable in their infancy. Out of love and concern, friends and family give all the reasons or objections on why [you] shouldn't do it. I didn't want to risk that." -Sara Blakely, founder of Spanx
"I'm always tweaking, always trying to make it better, constantly moving the levers and dials." -Steve Ells, founder and co-CEO of Chipotle
"It starts with not having a hangover with the way things used to be." -Kevin Plank, founder and CEO of Under Armour
"There is something artificial when everyone is agreeing with each other. It's useful to indulge people who don't agree, and see their viewpoint or force yourself to explain things better." -David Sack, founder of Yammer
"If you are not getting traction on your idea, you try few things. You try pushing harder, cleaning up something, building up to something aggressively -- but if it doesn’t get traction, then don’t bother." -Vijay Sharma, Founder of Paytm
"It’s very important for entrepreneurs to look for people in the company who are not afraid of failures, for example, intrapreneurs. They make a business more successful by thinking like an entrepreneur -- but within a company." -Chirag Kulkarni, Founder of Taco
"If we are going to be part of the solution, we have to engage the problems." -Majora Carter, urban revitalization strategist and broadcast producer
"[Don’t] let anyone convince you that your dream, your vision to be an entrepreneur, is something that you shouldn’t do. What often happens is that people who are well meaning, who really care for us, are afraid for us and talk us out of it." -Cathy Hughes, entrepreneur, radio and television personality, and business executive
"Five days a week, I read my goals before I go to sleep and when I wake up. There are 10 goals around health, family and business with expiration dates, and I update them every six months." -Daymond John, founder, president, and CEO of FUBU
"There is no royal flower-strewn path to success. And if there is, I have not found it, for whatever success I have attained has been the result of much hard work and many sleepless nights." -Madam C.J. Walker, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and political and social activist

Sometimes, all you need to push through the hard times is a little motivation and a lot of advice. Turn to the mentors in your life, and keep a few of these quotes on standby.

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52 Best Business Quotes

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Starting a business can be a daunting prospect, even for the most seasoned entrepreneurs. There are times all business owners need some words of encouragement, motivation, and inspiration to pick themselves back up and keep striving for success.

These 52 best business quotes are here to do just that.

The words of famous politicians and creators to some of the most successful CEOs are here to lend you some food for thought on your unique business journey.

Empowering quotes about business

The first step to creating a successful business is having the courage to begin. The following quotes should empower you to do just that and allow yourself to have the adventure of a lifetime along the way.

1. “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” – John Quincy Adams

2. “Some people dream of success, while other people get up every morning and make it happen.” – Wayne Huizenga

Some people dream of success, while other people get up every morning and make it happen. – Wayne Huizenga #business #success

3. “Making money is art and working is art and good business is the best art.” – Andy Warhol

4. “Hustle until your haters ask if you’re hiring.” – Steve Maraboli

5. “Success means only doing what you do well, letting someone else do the rest.” – Goldstein S. Truism

6. “Don’t worry about failure. You only have to be right once.” – Drew Houston

7. “If you are not willing to risk the usual, you will have to settle for the ordinary.” – Jim Rohn

8. “If you don’t build your dream, someone else will hire you to help them build theirs.” – Dhirubhai Ambani

9. “I find that the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have.” – Thomas Jefferson

10. “If you can dream it, you can do it.” – Walt Disney

11. “Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.” – Steve Jobs

12. “I never dreamed about success, I worked for it.” – Estee Lauder

I never dreamed about success, I worked for it. – Estee Lauder #success

13. “Timing, perseverance, and ten years of trying will eventually make you look like an overnight success.” – Biz Stone

Business advice quotes

Unfortunately, starting a business doesn’t come with a simple rule book. In fact, you have to learn many lessons through pure trial and error.

However, that doesn’t mean you can’t borrow some wisdom from those who walked the path before you and take note of these business advice quotes.

1. “Always deliver more than expected.” – Larry Page

2. “Make every detail perfect and limit the number of details to perfect.” – Jack Dorsey

3. “There’s no shortage of remarkable ideas, what’s missing is the will to execute them.” – Seth Godin

4. “I choose a lazy person to do a hard job. Because a lazy person will find an easy way to do it.” – Bill Gates

5. “Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things.” – Peter Drucker

Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things. – Peter Drucker #leadership #business

6. “If you see a bandwagon, it’s too late.” – James Goldsmith

7. “If you can’t feed a team with two pizzas, it’s too large.” – Jeff Bezos

8. “In the business world, everyone is paid in two coins: cash and experience. Take the experience first; the cash will come later.” – Harold Geneen

9. “Always look for the fool in the deal. If you don’t find one, it’s you.” – Mark Cuban

10. “The key to being a good manager is keeping the people who hate you away from those who are still undecided.” – Casey Stengel

11. “Nothing works better than just improving your product.” – Joel Spolsky

12. “The fastest way to change yourself is to hang out with people who are already the way you want to be.” – Reid Hoffman

13. “Wonder what your customer really wants? Ask. Don’t tell.” – Lisa Stone

Wonder what your customer really wants? Ask. Don't tell. – Lisa Stone #business

Enlightening quotes about business

The day-to-day running of a business can get to the best of us, and it’s important to look at the bigger picture and remember why you began your business to begin with. These enlightening business quotes are here to offer perspective and open your mind.

1. “It’s easy to make a buck. It’s a lot tougher to make a difference.” – Tom Brokaw

2. “The best way to appreciate your job is to imagine yourself without one.” – Oscar Wilde

3. “The value of an idea lies in the using of it.” – Thomas Edison

4. “Don’t try to be original, just try to be good.” – Paul Rand

5. “Competition brings out the best in products and the worst in people.” – David Sarnoff

6. “Almost everything worthwhile carries with it some sort of risk, whether it’s starting a new business, whether it’s leaving home, whether it’s getting married, or whether it’s flying into space.” – Chris Hadfield

7. “Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” – George Bernard Shaw

Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself. – George Bernard Shaw #business #life

8. “No matter how brilliant your mind or strategy, if you’re playing a solo game, you’ll always lose out to a team.” – Reid Hoffman

9. “Your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning.” – Bill Gates

10. “Don’t let the fear of losing be greater than the excitement of winning.” – Robert Kiyosaki

11. “Quality means doing it right when no one is looking.” – Henry Ford

Quality means doing it right when no one is looking. – Henry Ford #business #quality

12. “Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston S. Churchill

13. “Whether you think you can, or think you can’t – you’re right.” – Henry Ford

Funny quotes about business

Your business journey will no doubt be filled with twists and turns, ups and downs. But no journey is complete without some laughs along the way. Check out these funny business quotes whenever you’re in need of a giggle to bring you back down to earth.

1. “The only place success comes before work is in the dictionary.” – Vince Lombardi

The only place success comes before work is in the dictionary. – Vince Lombard #business #success

2. “Business opportunities are like buses, there’s always another one coming.” – Richard Branson

3. “One of the symptoms of an approaching nervous breakdown is the belief that one’s work is terribly important.” – Bertrand Russell

4. “Aim low, reach your goals, and avoid disappointment.” – Scott Adams

5. “Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake.” – Napoleon Bonaparte

6. “By working faithfully eight hours a day you may eventually get to be the boss and work twelve hours a day.” – Robert Frost

7. “An expert is someone called in at the last minute to share the blame.” – Sam Ewing

8. “I love deadlines. I like the whooshing sound they make as they fly by.” – Douglas Adams

9. “If at first, you don’t succeed, take the tax loss.” – Kirk Kirkpatrick

10. “Catch a man a fish, and you can sell it to him. Teach a man to fish, and you ruin a wonderful business opportunity.” – Karl Marx

11. “Being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren’t.” – Margaret Thatcher

Being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren't. – Margaret Thatcher #business

12. “The problem with the rat race is that even if you win, you’re still a rat.” – Lilly Tomlin

13. “If I had asked people what they wanted, they would have said faster horses.” – Henry Ford

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39 Inspiring Quotes About Business Growth — and Tips for Success

45 Inspiring Quotes About Business Growth — and Tips for Success

Here are some favorite quotes about business growth to inspire you — plus expert advice to spark new ideas.

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Businesses face pressure to grow and evolve rapidly to stay competitive. But growth can be difficult, and even the most intrepid among us sometimes need an extra dose of inspiration .

We’ve rounded up 39 quotes about business growth — and advice for success — to inspire you and spark new ideas. Have a favorite quote that we missed? Click to tweet and add yours.

Quotes about business growth and change

“Becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end.” – Michelle Obama, from Becoming

“Play by the rules, but be ferocious.” – Phil Knight, founder, Nike

“Out of your vulnerabilities will come your strength.” – Sigmund Freud, neurologist and founder of psychoanalysis

“Motivation is the catalyzing ingredient for every successful innovation.” – Clayton Christensen, economist and Harvard professor

“Every problem is a gift — without problems we would not grow.” – Tony Robbins, motivational speaker and writer

“Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth.” – John F. Kennedy, 35th U.S. president

Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth. John F. Kennedy

“Strength and growth come only through continuous effort and struggle.” – Napoleon Hill, author

“Everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you’re climbing it.” – Andy Rooney, broadcast journalist

“Mistakes are the growing pains of wisdom.” – William George Jordan, writer/editor

“The greatest thing in this world is not so much where we stand as in what direction we are moving.” – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, writer/statesman

“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” – Anaïs Nin, writer

“Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.” – T.S. Eliot, author

“The only way you are going to have success is to have lots of failures first.” – Sergey Brin, co-founder, Google

“If you don’t build your dream, someone else will hire you to help them build theirs.” – Dhirubhai Ambani, founder, Reliance Industries

“I do not know the word ‘quit.’ Either I never did, or I have abolished it.” – Susan Butcher, sled dog racer

I do not know the word ‘quit.’ Either I never did, or I have abolished it. Susan Butcher

“To be successful, you have to have your heart in your business, and your business in your heart.” – Thomas Watson, Sr., former chairman and CEO, IBM

“It’s very easy to be different but very difficult to be better.” – Jonathan Ive, former chief design officer, Apple

“Happy employees lead to happy customers, which leads to more profits.” – Vaughn Aust, COO, Gemini

Happy employees lead to happy customers, which leads to more profits. Vaughn Aust

“Employees want to feel inspired by their leaders…hire individuals who will lead by example.” – Jody Kohner, EVP global enablement, Salesforce

“Forget past mistakes. Forget failures. Forget everything except what you’re going to do now and do it.” – William Durant, co-founder, General Motors

“Many companies get trapped by the paradox of hitting numbers ‘now’ versus improving sales for future quarters or years ahead.” – Tiffani Bova , growth and innovation evangelist, Salesforce

“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” – Lao Tzu, Chinese Taoist philosopher

Quotes about business transformation

“[Businesses] rarely come up for air to re-evaluate how they are selling. This means that current sales practices, process, and organizational structure may in fact be hindering their growth more than any external factor they believe they are facing.” – Tiffani Bova, growth and innovation evangelist, Salesforce

“Consumers now expect to be able to get things, talk to someone, and do what they want at any time. That’s led to a divide. Some companies and products provide such a perfect, seamless experience that it has raised the bar. In fact, it’s so easy and seamless that we kind of forget to be impressed. But what they’re doing is making the ones that don’t deliver that kind of great experience all the more obvious.” — Susan Weinschenk, chief behavioral scientist and CEO, The Team W

“Customer experience professionals love to think about their customer journey maps, but these can be very rigid. How many consumers follow the same exact path to get to their outcome? Very few. I believe consumer experiences need to be far more dynamic than they are today — not just personalized, which we’ve been talking about for a few years. After all, companies can leverage data about customers in the moment — what they did in the last 24 minutes or hours, not in the last 24 days.” — Tom Puthiyamadam, transformation consulting leader, PwC [ read the full interview ]

“We’ve been talking about the importance of ‘ customer-centricity ’ for some time. But until now retailers have lacked both the technology and the mandate to connect marketing, sales, service, and commerce systems to enable a 360-degree view of the customer. Now that relevant and personalized engagement has emerged as a key differentiator, retailers will finally make the investments to deliver on the promise of putting the customer at the center of everything they do.” — Rob Garf, vice president and general manager, retail, Salesforce

“Companies that invest more in digital transformation actually outperform their peers over time. These companies are more prepared for disruption, better able to monetize new digital channels, and better able to build a bigger user base. What’s more, this phenomenon exists regardless of industry.” — Geoff Cubitt, CEO and founder, Cardinal Griffin, LLC

Companies that invest more in digital transformation actually outperform their peers over time. Geoff Cubitt

“Data itself is not enough to create personalized experiences. Artificial intelligence is required to turn a comprehensive data trove into insights that can anticipate customers’ needs and act as their digital assistant. Much like his or her pre-industrial counterpart, a B2I (business-to-individual) virtual tailor, for example, would know each individual’s measurements and tastes in fabrics, styles, and other variables, and could thus make highly personalized recommendations.” — Peter Schwartz, senior vice president, strategic planning, Salesforce [ read the full article ]

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Quotes about the artificial intelligence impact on business growth.

“Accenture forecasts that AI could double the economic growth rates of 12 major countries by 2035. These gains will come from computers doing what they have always been good at — freeing us to make better use of our time. For instance, AI makes it possible to automate routine tasks such as responding to simple customer questions. It can also be used to spot changes in customer preferences, identify visual problems in manufacturing, further automate agriculture, identify fraud, and better inform business decision-making.” — Richard Socher, CEO, You.com [ read the full article ]

“AI is about more than replacing each worker with a robot. It will involve the disruption and reshaping of whole industries. Business models will evolve to be quite transparent. In a world of AI, consumers will have high access to information, perhaps using their digital assistant to find the best price or analyze which product has received the best reviews. It will no longer be possible to use information asymmetry to charge people a disproportionate amount.” — Dr. Kai-Fu Lee, chairman and CEO, Sinovation Ventures

“Imagine a customer walking up to a supermarket shelf and holding his or her smartphone up against different bags of potato chips. Using image processing, language processing, and analytics, AI-enabled systems can help that customer check which brand is best for their low-sodium diet, or whatever their taste profile might be.” — Glen Hartman, president and co-founder, Accenture Interactive [ read the full interview ]

“You don’t need to know how the technology of a microwave works to use it — it is simply a tool. We’re now entering the same phase with AI, thanks to the influx of no-code, point-and-click tools. AI will become a widely used utility by everyone, regardless of technical background. As a result, most of the AI applications in the coming years will be built by people with little or no AI training.” — Vitaly Gordon, co-founder and CEO, Faros AI

AI will become a widely used utility by everyone, regardless of technical background. Vitaly Gordon

“Companies use technologies such as deep learning to help them feed their computer networks vast quantities of information so they recognize patterns more quickly. But for all their enormous potential, current success is based on fitting to patterns of historical training data. There’s still much work to do to train models how to reason. They can only be trained to find patterns in historical data. The problem is this training data isn’t neutral — it can easily reflect the biases of the people who put it together. It can encode trends and patterns that reflect and perpetuate prejudice and harmful stereotypes.” — Timnit Gebru, founder and executive director, The Distributed AI Research Institute (DAIR), [ read the full interview ]

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Quotes about growing workplace trends.

“Workers will need different skills to thrive in the workplace of the future. We’ll see a growing demand for advanced technological skills such as programming. Social, emotional, and higher cognitive skills — such as creativity, critical thinking, and complex information processing — will also be in demand. Growing occupations, meanwhile, will include those with difficult-to-automate activities, such as managers and doctors, as well as care workers and teachers. Training and retraining mid-career workers and new generations for the coming challenges will be another imperative.” — James Manyika, senior vice president, Google-Alphabet [ read the full interview ]

“In 1950, only 55% of the working-age population in the U.S. was employed. By 2015, that percentage had risen to 60% — representing a net increase of about 100 million jobs — after many potentially job-killing technologies had been introduced. These included shipping cranes, ATMs, and personal computer spreadsheets. The same could well be true of [AI], especially if we put into place the innovations in education that could help people adapt.” — Peter Schwartz, senior vice president, strategic planning, Salesforce [ read the full article ]

“AI is about enabling machines to augment humans — in other words, to complement human skills — rather than merely replace them. In most cases, AI’s skills are different to a human’s, so we are moving towards a symbiosis of the two.” — Robin Bordoli, partner, Authentic Ventures

“Beyond doing the right thing for their workers, companies have another reason to lean into workforce development initiatives: their own competitiveness. As demand for skills for the intelligent era heat up, so too will a war for talent.” — Sarah Franklin, CMO, Salesforce

“The shift to lifelong learning is absolutely essential. As the pace of technological change quickens, we need to be sure that employees are keeping up with the right skills to thrive in the Fourth Industrial Revolution . That applies to both technical and soft skills. There will be changes in both areas.” — Zvika Krieger, technology advisor and former director of responsible innovation at Facebook

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Fuel Your Motivation With These Business Growth Quotes From The World’s Successful People

Although starting a business is your perfect chance to change your life for the better, growing a steady venture can be a daunting task. It requires hard work, perseverance, and the ability to learn from failures. Whether you’re an entrepreneur just starting out or a seasoned business owner looking to take your company to the next level, finding inspiration and motivation can make all the difference. One of the best ways to stay motivated is by turning to the wisdom of those who have gone before you — source your motivation from 200 business growth quotes we’ve prepared for you.

In this article, we’ve compiled some of the best motivational quotes for business growth from some of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs and other famous people. These business quotes about growth offer valuable insights and perspectives on the importance of innovation, persistence, customer feedback, and passion, and they can help inspire you to keep pushing forward on your journey to business success . So without further ado, let’s dive into the best inspirational quotes about business growth.

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It doesn’t matter at which stage of your business journey you’re, you need to be always motivated to succeed.

Starting and running a successful business can be an exhilarating experience, but it can also be incredibly challenging. As an entrepreneur, you are constantly facing new obstacles and navigating through uncharted waters. It can be easy to lose sight of your goals or become demotivated when things don’t go as planned. This is where motivational quotes for work come in handy.

Words of wisdom from successful business leaders and other well-known people can help you stay focused, energized, and motivated on your entrepreneurial journey. In this article, we have gathered 200 of the best business growth quotes you can easily source inspiration from.

These quotes about business change and growth in business will motivate you to think bigger, work harder, and strive for greatness.

Whether you are just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, these successful business quotes about growth will provide you with the inspiration and encouragement you need to keep pushing forward . So, let’s dive in and discover the wisdom that will help you achieve success in your business .

100 motivational business quotes about growth

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1. “The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” – Nelson Mandela

2. “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston Churchill

3. “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” – Thomas Edison

4. “Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.” – Steve Jobs

5. “If you’re not a risk taker, you should get the hell out of business.” – Ray Kroc

6. “Your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning.” – Bill Gates

7. “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” – African proverb

8. “Great companies are built on great products.” – Elon Musk

9. “A goal without a plan is just a wish.” – Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

10. “In business, you don’t get what you deserve, you get what you negotiate.” – Chester L. Karrass

11. “The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” – Steve Jobs

12. “The biggest risk is not taking any risk.” – Mark Zuckerberg

13. “If you don’t find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die.” – Warren Buffett

14. “Don’t worry about failure; you only have to be right once.” – Drew Houston

15. “Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm.” – Winston Churchill

16. “The best way to predict the future is to invent it.” – Alan Kay

17. “People don’t buy what you do, they buy why you do it.” – Simon Sinek

18. “Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” – John D. Rockefeller

19. “The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt

20. “If you think you can do a thing or think you can’t do a thing, you’re right.” – Henry Ford

21. “If you want something you’ve never had, you must be willing to do something you’ve never done.” – Thomas Jefferson

22. “To succeed in business, you must be daring, you must be willing to take risks.” – Peter Drucker

23. “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” – Albert Schweitzer

24. “The only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary.” – Vidal Sassoon

25. “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” – Mahatma Gandhi

26. “If you don’t have a competitive advantage, don’t compete.” – Jack Welch

27. “The best ideas come as jokes. Make your thinking as funny as possible.” – David Ogilvy

28. “The only thing worse than starting something and failing…is not starting something.” – Seth Godin

29. “It’s not about ideas. It’s about making ideas happen.” – Scott Belsky

30. “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” – Walt Disney

31. “Don’t let yesterday take up too much of today.” – Will Rogers

32. “If you don’t build your dream, someone else will hire you to help them build theirs.” – Tony Gaskins

33. “A business that makes nothing but money is a poor business.” – Henry Ford

34. “To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.” – Winston Churchill

35. “The only thing standing between you and your goal is the bullshit story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.” – Jordan Belfort

36. “If you want to be successful, find someone who has achieved the results you want and copy what they do.” – Tony Robbins

37. “If you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten.” – Tony Robbins

38. “I’d rather regret the things I’ve done than regret the things I haven’t done.” – Lucille Ball

39. “Every strike brings me closer to the next home run.” – Babe Ruth

40. “The greatest risk in life is not taking one.” – Mark Zuckerberg

41. “Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” – John D. Rockefeller

42. “The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.” – Confucius

43. “The harder I work, the luckier I get.” – Gary Player

44. “The key to success is to focus on goals, not obstacles.” – Brian Tracy

45. “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” – Theodore Roosevelt

46. “A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him.” – David Brinkley

47. “The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new.” – Socrates

48. “When you want to succeed as bad as you want to breathe, then you’ll be successful.” – Eric Thomas

49. “The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will.” – Vince Lombardi

50. “Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don’t quit.” – Conrad Hilton

51. “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

52. “Success is not how high you have climbed, but how you make a positive difference to the world.” – Roy T. Bennett

53. “If you want to achieve greatness, stop asking for permission.” – Unknown

54. “Success is not a destination, but the road that you’re on. Being successful means that you’re working hard and walking your walk every day. You can only live your dream by working hard towards it.” – Marlon Wayans

55. “You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.” – Zig Ziglar

56. “It’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.” – Abraham Lincoln.

57. “Great things in business are never done by one person. They’re done by a team of people.” – Steve Jobs

58. “The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams.” – Oprah Winfrey

59. “What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.” – Zig Ziglar

60. “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” – Albert Schweitzer

61. “The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” – Nelson Mandela

62. “Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.” – Maya Angelou

63. “Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do.” – Steve Jobs

64. “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” – Wayne Gretzky

65. “The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt

66. “In the business world, the rearview mirror is always clearer than the windshield.” – Warren Buffett

67. “The secret to success is to know something nobody else knows.” – Aristotle Onassis

68. “It’s not about money or connections. It’s the willingness to outwork and outlearn everyone when it comes to your business. And if it fails, you learn from what happened and do a better job next time.” – Mark Cuban

69. “The most dangerous poison is the feeling of achievement. The antidote is to every evening think about what can be done better tomorrow.” – Ingvar Kamprad

70. “Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.” – Steve Jobs

71. “The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” — H. Jackson Brown

72. “Every problem is a gift – without problems, we would not grow.” – Tony Robbins

73. “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” – African proverb

74. “If you don’t have a competitive advantage, don’t compete.” – Jack Welch

75. A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.” – Albert Einstein

76. “The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like focus.” – Bruce Lee

77. “In the end, we only regret the chances we didn’t take.” – Lewis Carroll

78. “To succeed, jump as quickly at opportunities as you do at conclusions.” – Benjamin Franklin

79. “Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can’t lose.” – Bill Gates

80. “You can’t connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards. So you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future.” – Steve Jobs

81. “The biggest communication problem is we do not listen to understand. We listen to reply.” – Stephen Covey

82. “Chase the vision, not the money. The money will end up following you.” – Tony Hsieh

83. “You don’t build a business. You build people, and then people build the business.” – Zig Ziglar

84. “To succeed, you will soon learn, as I did, the importance of a solid foundation in the basics of education.” – Mary Kay Ash

85. “If you want to be rich, you need to develop your vision. You must be standing on the edge of time gazing into the future.” – Robert Kiyosaki

86. “The only thing worse than starting something and failing… is not starting something.” – Seth Godin

87. “There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” – Colin Powell

88. “Great things are done by a series of small things brought together.” – Vincent Van Gogh

89. “I’ve missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. Twenty-six times I’ve been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” – Michael Jordan

90. “The true entrepreneur is a doer, not a dreamer.” – Nolan Bushnell

91. “The only sustainable competitive advantage is an organization’s ability to learn faster than the competition.” – Peter Senge

92. “I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.” – Jimmy Dean

93. “Your time is limited, don’t waste it living someone else’s life.” – Steve Jobs

94. “The difference between successful people and very successful people is that very successful people say ‘no’ to almost everything.” – Warren Buffett

95. “If you’re not willing to risk the usual, you will have to settle for the ordinary.” — Jim Rohn

96. “The successful person is the individual who forms the habit of doing what the failing person doesn’t like to do.” – Donald Riggs

97. “Success is not always about greatness. It’s about consistency. Consistent hard work leads to success. Greatness will come.” – Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson

98. “If you don’t design your own life plan, chances are you’ll fall into someone else’s plan. And guess what they have planned for you? Not much.” – Jim Rohn

99. “Be undeniably good. No marketing effort or social media buzzword can be a substitute for that.” – Anthony Volodkin

100. “The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn’t said.” – Peter Drucker

101. “You are not your resume, you are your work.” – Seth Godin

102. “You can’t build a reputation on what you are going to do.” – Henry Ford

103. “A business has to be involving, it has to be fun, and it has to exercise your creative instincts.” – Richard Branson

104. “The most valuable thing you can make is a mistake – you can’t learn anything from being perfect.” – Adam Osborne

105. “Play by the rules, but be ferocious.” – Phil Knight

106. “Out of your vulnerabilities will come your strength.” – Sigmund Freud

107. “Motivation is the catalyzing ingredient for every successful innovation.” – Clayton Christensen

108. “Every problem is a gift — without problems we would not grow.” – Anthony Robbins

109. “Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth.” – John F. Kennedy

110. “Whenever you see a successful business, someone once made a courageous decision.” — Peter F. Drucker

111. “Never Give up. Today is hard and tomorrow will be Worse, but the day after Tomorrow will be Sunshine.” — Jack Ma

112. “If you don’t drive your business, you will be driven out of business.” — B.C. Forbes

113. “If you can dream it, you can do it.” — Walt Disney

114. “Opportunities don’t happen. You create them.” — Chris Grosser

115. “To be successful, you must act big, think big and talk big.” — Aristotle Onassis

116. Don’t find customers for your products, find products for your customers.” — Seth Godin 117. “Patience: This is the greatest business asset. Wait for the right time to make your moves.” — J. Paul Getty

118. “A satisfied customer is the best business strategy of all.” — Michael LeBoeuf

119. “There are no working hours for leaders.” — James Cardinal Gibbons

120. “Make a Customer, Not a sale.” — Katherine Barchetti

121. “Capital isn’t scarce. Vision is.” — Sam Walton

122. “Strength and growth come only through continuous effort and struggle.” – Napoleon Hill

123. “Everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you’re climbing it.” – Andy Rooney

124. “Mistakes are the growing pains of wisdom.” – William George Jordan

125. “The greatest thing in this world is not so much where we stand as in what direction we are moving.” – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

126. “And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” – Anaïs Nin

127. “Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.” – T.S. Eliot

128. “The only way you are going to have success is to have lots of failures first.” – Sergey Brin

129. “If you don’t build your dream, someone else will hire you to help them build theirs.” – Dhirubhai Ambani

130. “I do not know the word ‘quit.’ Either I never did, or I have abolished it.” – Susan Butcher

131. “To win big, you sometimes have to take big risks.” — Bill Gates

132. “You never achieve real success unless you like what you are doing.” — Dale Carnegie

133. “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” — Walt Disney

134. “Satisfaction is a rating. Loyalty is a brand.” — Shep Hyken

135. “To be successful, you have to have your heart in your business, and your business in your heart.” — Thomas Watson, Sr.

136. “Stop chasing money and start chasing the passion.” — Tony Hsieh

137. “Best startups generally come from somebody needing to scratch an itch.” — Michael Arrington

138. “Building a business is knowing how to do something. Being proud is to create something that will make a real difference in other people’s lives.” — Richard Branson

139. “The minute you’re satisfied with where you are, you aren’t there anymore.” — Tony Gwynn

140. “Growth for the sake of growth is the ideology ofthe cancer cell.” — Edward Abbey

141. “Growth itself contains the germ of happiness.” — Pearl S. Buck

142. “The greatest thing in the world is not so where we stand as in what direction we are moving.” — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

143. “I like the impossible. There, the competition is smaller.” — Walt Disney

144. “Remember to celebrate milestones as you prepare for the road ahead.” — Nelson Mandela

145. “I don’t focus on what I’m up against. I focus on my goals and try to ignore the rest.” — Venus Williams

146. “Speed is useful only if you are running in the right direction.” — Joel Barker

147. “Never lower your price. Add value.” — Grant Cardone

148. “Focus on being productive instead of busy.” — Tim Ferris

149. “Ever since I was a child, I have had this instinctive urge for expansion and growth. To me, the function and duty of a quality human being is the sincere and honest development of one’s potential.” — Bruce Lee

150. “To be successful, you have to have your heart in your business, and your business in your heart.” – Thomas Watson

151. “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” — Lao Tzu

152. “Becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end.” — Michelle Obama

153. “It’s not the strongest species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the most responsive to change.” — Charles Darwin

154. “Everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you’re climbing it.” — Andy Rooney

155. “It’s very easy to be different but very difficult to be better.” — Jonathan Ive

156. “Growth is painful. Change is painful. But nothing is as painful as staying stuck where you do not belong.” — N.R. Narayana

157. “Many companies get trapped by the paradox of hitting numbers ‘now’ versus improving sales for future quarters or years ahead.” — Tiffani Bova

158. “They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself.” — Andy Warhol

159. “Every moment is a fresh beginning.” — T. S. Eliot

160. “Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement and success have no meaning.” — Benjamin Franklin

161. “Do not wait. The time will never be ‘just right.’ Start where you stand, and work with whatever tools you may have at your command, and better tools will be found as you go along.” — George Hérbert

162. “The greatest danger in times of turbulence is not the turbulence. It is to act with yesterday’s logic.” — Peter Drucker

163. “No company can afford not to move forward. It may be at the top of the heap but at the bottom of the heap tomorrow if it doesn’t.” — James Cash Penney

164. “All change is not growth, as all movement is not forward.” — Ellen Glasgow

165. “It is impossible to progress without change, and those who do not change their minds cannot change anything.” — George Bernard Shaw

166. “Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death.” — Albert Einstein

167. “Growth, in some curious way, I suspect, depends on being always in motion just a little bit, one way or another.” — Norman Mailer

168. “Life is a change. Growth is optional. Choose wisely.” — Karen Kaiser Clark

169. “A winner never stops trying.” — Tom Landry

170. “It’s fine to celebrate success but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure.” — Bill Gates

171. “You must not only aim right but draw the bow with all your might.” — Henry David Thoreau

172. “Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.” — Steve Jobs, Apple Founder

173. “Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” — John D. Rockefeller

174. “Courteous treatment will make a customer a walking advertisement.” — James Cash Penny

175. “Know what your customer wants most and what your company does best. Focus on where those two meet.” — Kevin Stirtz

176. “The goal as a company is to have customer service that is not just the best but legendary.” — Sam Walton

177. “Tough times never last, but tough people do.” — Robert H. Schuller

178. “Get closer than ever to your customers. So close that you tell them what they need well before they realize it themselves.” — Steve Jobs

179. “The best customer service is if the customer doesn’t need to call you, doesn’t need to talk to you. It just works.” — Jeff Bezos

180. “Every company’s greatest assets are its customers because without customers there is no company.” — Michael LeBoeuf

181. “Every contact we have with a customer influences whether or not they’ll come back. We have to be great every time or we’ll lose them.” — Kevin Stirtz

181. “Customers may forget what you said but they’ll never forget how you made them feel.” — Unknown

182. “Everything starts with the customer.” — Lou Gerstner

183. “Customers don’t expect you to be perfect. They do expect you to fix things when they go wrong.” — Donald Porter

184. “Great customer service is a critical competitive advantage for a business.” — Steve Benson

185. “What you do today can improve all your tomorrows.” — Ralph Marston

186. “All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.” — Walt Disney

187. “The secret of business is to know something that nobody else knows.” — Aristotle

188. “Action is the foundational key to all success.” — Pablo Picasso

189. “Never give up. Great things take time.” — Unknown

190. “Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny.” — C.S. Lewis

191. “The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like focus.” — Bruce Lee

192. “The man who has confidence in himself gains the confidence of others.” — Hasidic Proverb

193. “Forget past mistakes, forget failures, forget everything except what you’re going to do now and do it.” — William Durant

194. “The only way you are going to have success is to have lots of failures first.” — Sergey Bin

195. “It’s important to be willing to make mistakes. The worst thing that can happen is you become memorable.” — Sara Blakeley

196. “Out of your vulnerabilities will come your strength.” — Sigmund Freud

197. “The road to success and the road to failure are almost exactly the same.” — Colin R. Davis

198. “I’ve missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. Twenty-six times I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeeded.” — Michael Jordan

199. “Fall seven times and stand up eight.” — Japanese Proverb

200. “The difference between who you are and who you want to be is what you do.” — Unknown

Final thoughts on motivational business quotes about growth

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30 Best Business Journey Quotes

The business journey is filled with ups and downs, joy and disappointments. It’s like a roller coaster, some times things move rather too quickly. Despite that, you have to stay focused, and these business journey quotes will help you achieve that. This article features business journey quotes from some of the best business leaders. These business journey quotes are relevant whether you have a cabbage farming business or a potato farming business . Below are the best business journey quotes.

“Winners never quit and quitters never win.”- Vince Lombardi
“It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you’ll do things differently.”- Warren Buffett
“The very first company I started failed with a great bang. The second one failed a little bit less, but still failed. The third one, you know, proper failed, but it was kind of OK. I recovered quickly. Number four almost didn’t fail. It still didn’t really feel great, but it did OK. Number five was PayPal.” – Max Levchin
“Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.”- Albert Einstein
“Success is walking from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm.” – Winston Churchill
“The function of leadership is to produce more leaders, not more followers.”- Ralph Nader
“Don’t watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going.” – Sam Levenson
“Many small businesses are doomed from day one, not from competition or the economy, but from the ignorance of their owners . . . their destiny is already decided because they have no idea how a business should be operated.” – William Manchee
“You simply have to put one foot in front of the other and keep going. Put blinders on and plow right ahead.” – George Lucas
“Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do.” – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” – Thomas A. Edison
“Just when you think you know something, you have to look at in another way. Even though it may seem silly or wrong, you must try.” – Unknown
“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbour. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” – Mark Twain
“Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma – which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of other’s opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.” – Steve Jobs
“Boys, you must strive to find your own voice. Because the longer you wait to begin, the less likely you are to find it at all.” – Unknown
“What is not started will never get finished” – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
“Don’t look at small business as a means to an end and a way to make money until the corporation hires you; look at it as a chance to create something of immeasurable value and beauty in a world that desperately needs it.” – Michael Gerber
“There’s lots of bad reasons to start a company. But there’s only one good, legitimate reason, and I think you know what it is: it’s to change the world.” – Phil Libin
“To reach a port we must set sail – Sail, not tie at anchor — Sail, not drift.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt
“The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph.” – Thomas Paine
“If you’re going to run a small business, you need to know what everyone is doing, be the first one in and the last one out, and work weekends.” – Glen Mazzara
“If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.
“Decide what you want, decide what you are willing to exchange for it. Establish your priorities and go to work.” – L. Hunt
“Don’t tell me how educated you are, tell me how much you traveled.” – Mohammed
“Fail often so you can succeed sooner.” – Tom Kelley
“There’s a time for daring and there’s a time for caution, and a wise man understands which is called for.” – Unknown
“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.” – Helen Keller
“A lot of people have ideas, but there are few who decide to do something about them now. Not tomorrow. Not next week. But today. The true entrepreneur is a doer, not a dreamer.” – Nolan Bushnell
“We should not give up and we should not allow the problem to defeat us.” – P. J. Abdul Kalam
“You are not your resume, you are your work.” – Seth Godin

Hopefully you have been inspired by the above business journey quotes!

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39 empowering business quotes

Business quotes are a great way to empower your team to be their very best. We’ve gathered 39 inspiring quotes from successful entrepreneurs.

Everyone needs a little inspiration now and then, especially in a professional setting. Your job as a leader is to motivate your team members through empowering actions and statements.

From Steve Jobs to Arianna Huffington, take a look at these 39 inspirational quotes to share with your teammates.

Quotes to help you start a business

Starting a business is a difficult endeavor—and one that doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time and devotion to turn your business into what you've always dreamed it would be. These quotes will give you the drive to build something that you’ll be proud of.

1. “Whenever you see a successful business, someone once made a courageous decision.”

— Peter Drucker, Management consultant and educator

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2. “A brand for a company is like a reputation for a person. You earn reputation by trying to do hard things well.”

— Jeff Bezos, Founder and executive chairman of Amazon

3. “Risk-taking is the cornerstone of empires.”

— Estée Lauder, Businesswoman and co-founder of Estée Lauder

4. “In a busy marketplace, not standing out is the same as being invisible.”

— Seth Godin, Author and former business executive

5. “Effectively, change is almost impossible without industry-wide collaboration, cooperation and consensus.”

— Simon Mainwaring, Global keynote speaker, CEO of We First, and best-selling author

6. “I think a simple rule of business is, if you do the things that are easier first, then you can actually make a lot of progress.”

— Mark Zuckerberg, CEO and co-founder of Facebook

7. “In the past a leader was a boss. Today's leaders must be partners with their people... they no longer can lead solely based on positional power.”

— Ken Blanchard, Author and motivational speaker

8. “Feeling confident—or pretending that you feel confident—is necessary to reach for opportunities. It's a cliché, but opportunities are rarely offered; they're seized.”

— Sheryl Sandberg, Business executive and COO of Facebook

Quotes to improve self development

Part of growing your skills is about developing your emotional intelligence in order to be the best leader you can be. The quotes below will keep you mindful of your habits and help you become the ideal version of yourself.

9. “Embrace what you don’t know, especially in the beginning, because what you don’t know can become your greatest asset. It ensures that you will absolutely be doing things different from everybody else.”

— Sara Blakely, Businesswoman and founder of Spanx

10. “The key is not to prioritize what's on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities.”

— Stephen Covey, Educator and author

11. “Challenges are gifts that force us to search for a new center of gravity. Don’t fight them. Just find a new way to stand.”

— Oprah Winfrey, Talk show host and media magnate

12. “I have a theory and I really believe it. I think your worst weakness can become your greatest single strength.”

— Barbara Corcoran, Businesswoman and Shark on ABC’s reality series

13. “Patience is the art of concealing your impatience.”

— Guy Kawasaki, Marketing leader and Silicon Valley venture capitalist

14. “If you start thinking that only your biggest and shiniest moments count, you're setting yourself up to feel like a failure most of the time.”

— Chris Hadfield, Former Canadian Space Agency astronaut

15. “Sometimes when you innovate, you make mistakes. It is best to admit them quickly, and get on with improving your other innovations.”

— Steve Jobs, Business magnate and co-founder of Apple

16. “Your willingness to look at your darkness is what empowers you to change.”

— Iyanla Vanzant, Inspirational speaker and lawyer

17. “Wisdom is always an overmatch for strength.”

— Phil Jackson, Former professional basketball player and coach

18. “Learning from each mistake requires self-awareness and humility, but it can be one of the biggest keys to reaching your full potential.”

— Amy Morin, Psychotherapist and mental strength trainer

19. “As we look ahead into the next century, leaders will be those who empower others.”

— Bill Gates, Business magnate and co-founder of Microsoft

20. “Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.”

— Henry Ford, Industrialist and founder of the Ford Motor Company

21. “You renew yourself every day. Sometimes you’re successful, sometimes you’re not, but it’s the average that counts.”

— Satya Nadella, Business executive and CEO of Microsoft

22. “People grow through experience if they meet life honestly and courageously.”

— Eleanor Roosevelt, Political figure and former First Lady

Quotes to help you achieve success

Success isn’t obtained overnight. It takes hard work and dedication to achieve your dreams. However, success comes in many forms. Whether it be your business, your work, your family, or something completely different, these quotes will guide you through finding success.

23. “Success is very much the intersection of luck and hard work.”

— Dustin Moskovitz, Co-founder and CEO of Asana

24. “Don't worry about failure; you only have to be right once.”

— Drew Houston, Entrepreneur and the co-founder and CEO of Dropbox

25. “Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.”

— Helen Keller, Author and disability rights advocate

26. “We think, mistakenly, that success is the result of the amount of time we put in at work, instead of the quality of time we put in.”

— Arianna Huffington, Businesswoman and CEO of Thrive Global

27. “You don’t achieve success, you attract success.”

— Farshad Asl, Entrepreneur and CEO of Top Leaders

28. “Be brutally honest about the short term, and optimistic and confident about the long term.”

— Reed Hastings, Businessman and co-CEO of Netflix

29. “Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.”

— Maya Angelou, Poet and civil rights activist

30. “I was taught to strive not because there were any guarantees of success but because the act of striving is in itself the only way to keep faith with life.”

— Madeleine Albright, Politician and former Secretary of State of the United States

31. “Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any one thing.”

— Abraham Lincoln, Politician and 16th president of the United States

32. “Try not to become a man of success, but rather try to become a man of value.”

— Albert Einstein, Physicist known for developing the theory of relativity

33. “Success is a decision. Dare to choose it.”

— Jill Konrath, Sales strategist and author of the book Selling to Big Companies

Quotes about building—and achieving—dreams

Everyone has a dream that they’ve always wanted to achieve. For some, those dreams may be harder to accomplish. With a little bit of courage, dedication, and inspirational quotes, you can ensure those dreams are within reach.

34. “First, think. Second, believe. Third, dream. And finally, dare.”

— Walt Disney, Entrepreneur and co-founder of The Walt Disney Company

35. “If we did all the things we are capable of, we would literally astound ourselves.”

— Thomas Edison, Inventor and businessman

36. “You never lose a dream. It just incubates as a hobby.”

— Larry Page, Entrepreneur and co-founder of Google

37. “A mediocre idea that generates enthusiasm will go further than a great idea that inspires no one.”

— Mary Kay Ash, Businesswoman and founder of Mary Kay Cosmetics

38. “They tell you: Follow your dreams... Dream and dream big. I think that's crap. I think a lot of people dream. And while they are busy dreaming, the really happy people, the really successful people, the really interesting, powerful, engaged people? Are busy doing.”

— Shonda Rhimes, Television producer and screenwriter

39. “Most ideas are born and lost in isolation.”

— Scott Belsky, Entrepreneur and co-creator of Behance

Tips to empower your team

Along with sharing inspiring business quotes to motivate your teammates, there are a few other ways you can take it to the next level. From encouraging intrinsic motivation using team bonding activities to leading by example, you have the capability to empower your team to do great work.

Here are three ways to get started:

Encourage intrinsic motivation : Intrinsic motivation refers to behavior driven by internal rewards. Examples of this include participating in a team building game because you want to, not because you have to, and learning new skills because you like to be challenged. By encouraging intrinsic motivation in the workplace, you can empower your team to be their very best.

Lead by serving your team: Servant leadership is an approach that focuses on serving others rather than managing for results. This helps create an environment where team members can thrive. Characteristics that you can embody include strong listening skills, empathy, self-awareness, and the desire to create a healthy work environment—all of which will help your team feel heard and empowered.

Establish group norms: Group norms are the spoken or unspoken rules that guide how team members interact, collaborate, and work. By identifying group norms, you can build and empower your team in order to take them to the next level. Some examples include creating meeting agendas, tracking to-dos, and communicating in shared tools—all of which can help build clarity and successful group norms.

These three ways to empower your team can have a lasting impact on the success and overall happiness of each of your team members. Plus, they can help foster a collaborative, productive, and efficient workplace.

Inspire your team with these business quotes

These inspirational business quotes can be the motivating factor to push your team members out of their comfort zones and explore new possibilities within your organization. While they may not be the only way to foster team empowerment, sharing motivational quotes can positively impact your teammates.

Not only that, but the right business quotes can shape your own work ethic and leadership style . From offering business insight to sharing helpful resources, quotes from successful entrepreneurs could just be the push you need.

If you’re looking for additional ways to support your team through collaboration, check out 45 team building games to improve communication. Or, try collaboration software to manage your work more productively.

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125 Motivational Success Quotes for Business

By: Angela Robinson | Updated: September 27, 2022

You found our list of motivational success quotes for work.

Success quotes are inspirational sayings that motivate people to work hard and achieve goals. For example “Success is never accidental.” – Jack Dorsey and “Failure is success in progress.” – Albert Einstein. The purpose of these phrases is to provide motivation and inspiration, help listeners withstand hardship and strive for greatness.

These sayings are a subset of inspirational quotes for work and hard work quotes . You can use these phrases to boost staff morale , motivate teams and choose motivational work songs .

This list includes:

inspirational success quotes
short success quotes
business success quotes
team success quotes
success and failure quotes
success and hard work quotes
the key to success quotes
quotes on achievement

Here we go!

Inspirational success quotes

“All our dreams can come true; if we have the courage to pursue them.” – Walt Disney
“However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at.” – Stephen Hawking
“People begin to become successful the minute they decide to be.” – Harvey MacKay
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” – Nelson Mandela
“Nothing is impossible, the word itself says ‘I’m possible’!” – Audrey Hepburn
“Success isn’t overnight. It’s when everyday you get a little better than the day before. It all adds up.” – Dwayne Johnson
“It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.” – Confucius
“The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.” – Oprah Winfrey
“Do what you can, with what you’ve got, where you are.” – Teddy Roosevelt
“Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.” – Winston Churchill
“Women, like men, should try to do the impossible. And when they fail, their failure should be a challenge to others.” – Amelia Earhart
“Victory is sweetest when you’ve known defeat.” – Malcolm S. Forbes
“Satisfaction lies in the effort, not in the attainment, full effort is full victory.” – Mahatma Gandhi
“Energy and persistence conquer all things.” – Benjamin Franklin
“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” – Thomas A. Edison
“The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt
“It is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation.” – Herman Melville
“A man can succeed at almost anything for which he has unlimited enthusiasm.” – Charles Schwab
“In most things success depends on knowing how long it takes to succeed.” – Montesquieu
“There are no limits. There are only plateaus, and you must not stay there — you must go beyond them.” – Bruce Lee

Short success quotes

“Fortune befriends the bold.” – Emily Dickinson
“Success is survival.” – Leonard Cohen
“There is little success where there is little laughter.” – Andrew Carnegie
“There is no substitute for victory.” – Douglas MacArthur
“They succeed, because they think they can.” – Virgil
“It takes 20 years to make an overnight success.” – Eddie Cantor
“Victory has a thousand fathers, but defeat is an orphan.” – John F. Kennedy
“If you have no critics you’ll likely have no success.” – Malcolm X
“Success is never accidental.” – Jack Dorsey
“Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will.” – Suzy Kassem
“The best revenge is massive success.” – Frank Sinatra
“Men are born to succeed, not to fail.” – Henry David Thoreau
“Success is the child of audacity.” – Benjamin Disraeli
“Impatience never commanded success.” – Edwin H. Chapin
“If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.” – Milton Berle
“Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can’t lose.” – Bill Gates
“Failure is success in progress.” – Albert Einstein

Business success quotes

“If you want to succeed you should strike out on new paths, rather than travel the worn paths of accepted success.” – John D. Rockefeller
“Success in management requires learning as fast as the world is changing.” – Warren Bennis
“You know you are on the road to success if you would do your job, and not be paid for it.” – Oprah Winfrey
“The secret of success in every field is redefining what success means to you. It can’t be your parent’s definition, the media’s definition, or your neighbor’s definition. Otherwise, success will never satisfy you.” – RuPaul
“Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value.” – Albert Einstein
“When something is important enough, you do it even if the odds are not in your favor.” – Elon Musk
“Success depends upon previous preparation, and without such preparation there is sure to be failure.” – Confucius
“Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.” – Abraham Lincoln
“Success isn’t about the end result, it’s about what you learn along the way.” – Vera Wang
“Find something you’re passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it.” – Julia Child
“Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.” – Henry David Thoreau
“Success is only meaningful and enjoyable if it feels like your own.” – Michelle Obama
“I couldn’t wait for success, so I went ahead without it.” – Jonathan Winters
“Talent alone won’t make you a success. Neither will being in the right place at the right time, unless you are ready.” – Johnny Carson

Team success quotes

“Success is best when it’s shared.” – Howard Schultz
“If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” – Henry Ford
“Success is finding satisfaction in giving a little more than you take.” – Christopher Reeve
“Success comes when people act together; failure tends to happen alone.” – Deepak Chopra
“The level of our success is limited only by our imagination and no act of kindness, however small, is ever wasted.” – Aesop
“If you find it in your heart to care for somebody else, you will have succeeded.” – Maya Angelou
“Great things in business are never done by one person. They’re done by a team of people.” – Steve Jobs
“Individual honors come with team success.” – Gilbert Arenas
“The secret of the team’s success is easy – unity and hard work.” – David Beckham
“The way a team plays as a whole determines its success.” – Babe Ruth
“The achievements of an organization are the results of the combined effort of each individual.” – Vince Lombardi
“There is no such thing as a self-made man. You will reach your goals only with the help of others.” – George Shinn
“It is literally true that you can succeed best and quickest by helping others to succeed.” – Napoleon Hill

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Success and failure quotes

“Success is not a good teacher, failure makes you humble.” – Shah Rukh Khan
“Most people give up just when they’re about to achieve success. They quit on the one yard line. They give up at the last minute of the game one foot from a winning touchdown.” – Ross Perot
“Failure is success if we learn from it.” – Malcolm Forbes
“A minute’s success pays the failure of years.” – Robert Browning
“Success is falling nine times and getting up ten.” – Jon Bon Jovi
“Success is how high you bounce when you hit bottom.” – George S. Patton
“Success is often achieved by those who don’t know that failure is inevitable.” – Coco Chanel
“Failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor.” – Truman Capote
“I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed.” – Michael Jordan
“Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” – Thomas A. Edison
“Success does not consist in never making mistakes but in never making the same one a second time.” – George Bernard Shaw
“Sometimes a noble failure serves the world as faithfully as a distinguished success.” – Edward Dowden
“Treat failure as a lesson on how not to approach achieving a goal, and then use that learning to improve your chances of success when you try again. Failure is only the end if you decide to stop.” – Richard Branson
“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston Churchill
“Failures, repeated failures, are finger posts on the road to achievement. One fails forward toward success.” – C. S. Lewis
“Even a mistake may turn out to be the one thing necessary to a worthwhile achievement.” – Henry Ford
“It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed.” – Theodore Roosevelt

Success and hard work quotes

“Much effort, much prosperity.” – Euripides
“There is no success without hardship.” – Sophocles
“In order to attain the impossible, one must attempt the absurd.” – Miguel de Cervantes
“Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome.” – Booker T. Washington
“Success seems to be largely a matter of hanging on after others have let go.” – William Feather
“Success is the sum of small efforts – repeated day in and day out.” – Robert Collier
“Success isn’t always about greatness. It’s about consistency. Consistent hard work leads to success. Greatness will come.” – Dwayne Johnson
“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” – Colin Powell
“The only place success comes before work is in the dictionary.” – Vince Lombardi
“Perseverance is a great element of success. If you only knock long enough and loud enough at the gate, you are sure to wake up somebody.” – Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
“My powers are ordinary. Only my application brings me success.” – Isaac Newton
“To follow, without halt, one aim: that’s the secret of success.” – Anna Pavlova
“I never dreamed about success. I worked for it.” – Estée Lauder
“Work hard in silence, let your success be your noise.” – Frank Ocean

The key to success quotes

“Formula for success: rise early, work hard, strike oil.” – J. Paul Getty
“Action is the foundational key to all success.” – Pablo Picasso
“True success is overcoming the fear of being unsuccessful.” – Paul Sweeney
“The foundation stones for a balanced success are honesty, character, integrity, faith, love and loyalty.” – Zig Ziglar
“Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” – Albert Schweitzer
“All you need in this life is ignorance and confidence, and then success is sure.” – Mark Twain
“I attribute my success to this – I never gave or took any excuse.” – Florence Nightingale
“Every skill you acquire doubles your odds of success.” – Scott Adams
“Success has a simple formula: do your best, and people may like it.” – Sam Ewing
“A strong, positive self-image is the best possible preparation for success.” – Joyce Brothers
“Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.” – Alexander Graham Bell
“There are people who make things happen, there are people who watch things happen, and there are people who wonder what happened. To be successful, you need to be a person who makes things happen.” – Jim Lovell
“The secret of my success is a two word answer: Know people.” – Harvey S. Firestone
“For success, attitude is equally as important as ability.” – Walter Scott
“The secret of your success is determined by your daily agenda.” – John C. Maxwell
“The ladder of success is best climbed by stepping on the rungs of opportunity.” – Ayn Rand
“Success is a science; if you have the conditions, you get the result.” – Oscar Wilde
“The secret of success is to do the common thing uncommonly well.” – John D. Rockefeller Jr.

Quotes on achievement

“Happiness lies in the joy of achievement and the thrill of creative effort.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt
“Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning.” – Benjamin Franklin
“Always be yourself, express yourself, have faith in yourself, do not go out and look for a successful personality and duplicate it.” – Bruce Lee
“Success is getting what you want. Happiness is wanting what you get.” Dale Carnegie
“What’s money? A man is a success if he gets up in the morning and goes to bed at night and in between does what he wants to do.” – Bob Dylan
“Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice, and is never the result of selfishness.” – Napoleon Hill
“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” – Helen Keller
“Comfort is the enemy of achievement.” – Farrah Gray
“All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” – Walt Disney
“High achievement always takes place in the framework of high expectation.” – Charles Kettering
“There is no shortcut to achievement. Life requires thorough preparation – veneer isn’t worth anything.” – George Washington Carver
“Achievement is talent plus preparation.” – Malcolm Gladwell

Final Thoughts

The road to success can be long and stressful, and most folks could use guidance and encouragement. The quotes on this list are empowering, enlightening, and energizing, and can help hustlers endure the hardships of life and business. You can use these quotes to inspire your teammates or motivate yourself, or you can share with your clients and audience to give an instant pep talk to anyone who might need one. Many of these sayings are short, sweet, and to the point, and work great in several formats including email openings or sign-offs, social media posts, or motivational speeches.

For more wise words, check out this list of HR quotes , these work-life balance quotes , these creativity quotes for the workplace , this list of team building quotes , and these job satisfaction quotes .

We also have a list of books on motivation at work , a list of fun facts of the day for work , a list of quotes on jobs and life , and a list of slogans for team building .

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FAQ: Success quotes

Here are answers to common questions about success quotes.

What are success quotes?

Success quotes are motivational sayings that reflect on the secrets of success and inspire listeners to strive for excellence. These quotes encourage listeners to embrace and overcome failure and put in the effort to achieve great results. The authors of these quotes aimed to share the secrets to greatness to help others live their best lives and live up to their true potential.

What are some good success quotes for work?

Some good success quotes for work include:

The best quotes on success inspire determination, hard work, resilience, and teamwork.

How can you use quotes on success?

You can use quotes on success during pep talks and meetings, motivational speeches, retreats and conferences, and team emails. Some workplaces regularly send success quotes to employees on a weekly or monthly basis. You can also use these quotes on social media.

Author: Angela Robinson

Marketing Coordinator at teambuilding.com. Team building content expert. Angela has a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and worked as a community manager with Yelp to plan events for businesses.

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77 Beautiful Journey Quotes & Captions To Inspire An Inner Awakening

Searching for some words to accompany your own journey? I’ve compiled the best list out there of the most beautiful journey quotes to inspire and uplift you…

Maybe the most famous quote about journeys that millions across the globe know is from Lao Tzu. The ancient Chinese philosopher once said, “a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” And since then, adventurers, journeyers and wanderers have passed on their own journey inspiration.

Whether your journey is a metaphorical or literal one, you will love my list of the best journey quotes that are guaranteed to lift you up and propel you forward.

These are the 77 best journey quotes.

Beautiful Journey Quotes Instagram Captions

The Best Journey Quotes

You may recognize a number of these quotes about journeys, as they come from the minds of some of the greatest individuals throughout history. These writers, leaders, musicians and adventurers understand the power of a life changing journey.

1) “If you can’t fly, then run, if you can’t walk run, then walk, if you can’t walk, then crawl, but by all means keep moving.” – Martin Luther King Jr.

2) “the road of life twists and turns and no two directions are ever the same. yet our lessons come from the journey, not the destination.” – don williams, jr., 3) “the best part of life is to decide to make the journey through life like a best selling book. tell a fantastic story when you are ready to tell others how you did it. make sure life the best story ever written through a journey filled with overcoming obstacles, taking risks, and continuing to develop.” – catherine pulsifer, 4) “we are travelers on a cosmic journey, stardust, swirling and dancing in the eddies and whirlpools of infinity. life is eternal. we have stopped for a moment to encounter each other, to meet, to love, to share. this is a precious moment. it is a little parenthesis in eternity.” – paulo coelho.

5) “If ever there was a metaphor to illustrate the importance of the journey over the destination, it is life itself. For everyone who departs from birth is destined for death, so the journey IS life. Savor it!” – Michele Jennae

6) “life is a journey, and if you fall in love with the journey, you will be in love forever.” – peter hagerty, 7) “the secret of getting ahead is getting started. the secret of getting started is breaking your complex, overwhelming tasks into small manageable tasks, and then starting on the first one.” – mark twain, 8) “it is good to have an end to journey toward; but it is the journey that matters, in the end.” – ernest hemingway.

9) “To finish the moment, to find the journey’s end in every step of the road, to live the greatest number of good hours, is wisdom.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

10) “our battered suitcases were piled on the sidewalk again; we had longer ways to go. but no matter, the road is life.” ― jack kerouac, 11) “in order to complete our amazing life journey successfully, it is vital that we turn each and every dark tear into a pearl of wisdom, and find the blessing in every curse.” – anthon st. maarten, 12) “this thing we call life is not a destination with an end but a path down which we continue to journey as long as we can breath. life is to be lived not squandered or to give away waiting for the end to close upon us.” – byron pulsifer.

13) “Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds that you plant.” – Robert Louis Stevenson

14) “life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming “wow what a ride”” – hunter s. thompson, 15) “sooner or later we must realize there is no station, no one place to arrive at once and for all. the true joy of life is the trip.” — robert j. hastings.

Short Journey Quotes

Quotes don’t have to be lengthy to capture the spirit of what they are trying to convey. These short journey quotes say so much with so little words.

16) “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” – Lao Tzu

17) “learn to trust the journey, even when you do not understand it.” – lolly daskal, 18) “a journey is time suspended.” – louis l’amour, 19) “take voyages. attempt them. there’s nothing else.” ― tennessee williams.

20) “I’m an idealist. I don’t know where I’m going, but I’m on my way.” — Carl Sandburg

21) “stop worrying about the potholes in the road and celebrate the journey.” – fitzhugh mullan, 22) “life’s a journey, not a race.” – unknown, 23) “life is a journey. when we stop, things don’t go right.” – pope francis.

24) “It is good to have an end to journey toward, but it is the journey that matters in the end.” ― Ursula K. Le Guin

25) “you must remain focused on your journey to greatness.” – les brown, 26) “i tramp a perpetual journey.” ― walt whitman, 27) “the real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” – marcel proust.

28) “It’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.” – Abraham Lincoln

29) “life is about waking up. it is a journey of discovery and you’ve already bought the ticket and are sitting on the train.” – michael sheridan,, 30) “the only impossible journey is the one you never begin.” – tony robbins, 31) “without music, life is a journey through a desert.” – pat conroy.

32) “What you learn in tough times can be used in many ways to bless your personal life journey.” – Scott Gordon

33) “accomplishments will prove to be a journey, not a destination.” – dwight d. eisenhower.

Inspiring Journey Quotes

Searching for the courage to take the first steps on your own journey? These inspiring journey quotes will light a fire under you, guaranteed to give you the courage you seek.

34) “I discovered that a fresh start is a process. A fresh start is a journey – a journey that requires a plan.” – Vivian Jokotade

35) “if you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten.” – unknown, 36) “you don’t have to understand my journey. you just need to respect it.” – izey victoria odiase, 37) “when setting out on a journey do not seek advice from someone who never left home.” – rumi, 38) “to get through the hardest journey we need take only one step at a time, but we must keep on stepping.” – chinese proverb, 39) “you have learned a lot, but there are still lots of learning for you as you journey through life. never stop learning.” – kate summers, 40) “when you’re on a journey and you come to a wall, always throw your pack over first, because then you will be sure to follow.” – yongey mingyur rinpoche, 41) “ big things have small beginnings.” – prometheus.

42) “Life is a journey that have a lot different paths, but any path you choose use it as your destiny.” ― Ryan Leonard

43) “this is your journey, your body, your mind, and your spirit. dig deep, own it, and start doing things for you and by you.” – unknown author, 44) “as you journey down the path, don’t forget to be present moment-by-moment and absorb the beauty and richness of simply being alive.” – cary david richards, 45) “life is a journey of either fate or destiny. fate is the result of giving in to one’s wounds and heartaches. your destiny unfolds when you rise above the challenges of your life and use them as divine opportunities to move forward to unlock your higher potential.” – caroline myss.

46) “Temporary setbacks create opportunities for fresh commitment and renewal. There are seasons of sunshine as well as rain.” – T. D. Jakes,

47) “i believe that life is a journey, often difficult and sometimes incredibly cruel, but we are well equipped for it if only we tap into our talents and gifts and allow them to blossom.” – les brown, 48) “to find your confidence, get out of your comfort zone, overcome your fears, and begin the journey to discover and accomplish what you want to do with your life.” – doretha dingler.

Journey Instagram Quotes & Captions

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49) “Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter.” – Izaak Walton

50) “always say yes to new adventures.”, 51) “it is better to travel well than to arrive.” – arthur c. custance, 52) “always take the scenic route.”.

53) “Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer.”

54) “don’t listen to what they say, go and see it for yourself.”, 55) “what’s on my bucket list everywhere.”, 56) “on a hard jungle journey, nothing is so important as having a team you can trust.” – tahir shah.

57) “Travel not to find yourself, but to remember where you have been all long.”

58) “don’t spend your money on things. spend it on experiences”, 59) “leap and the net will appear.” – zen proverb, 60) “all journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware.” ― martin buber, 61) “life is journey, travel it well.” – unknown.

Funny Journey Quotes

These funny quotes about journeys are short, punchy and shine a humorous light on some of the many obstacles a journey may come up against.

62) “Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves.” – Confucius

63) “me: “i want to travel more”, the bank account: “”like, to the park”, 64) “i have panicked unnecessarily in all four corners of the globe.” – jon ronson, 65) “good things come to those, who book flights.”.

66) “A journey is like marriage. The certain way to be wrong is to think you control it.” – John Steinbeck

67) “i crossed a time zone and i feel younger already. if i keep traveling west, i can become immortal” – jarod kintz, 68) “sometimes the road less traveled is less traveled for a reason.” – jerry seinfeld.

Celebrity Journey Quotes

Actors, entrepreneurs, musicians and more are the minds behind these poignant celebrity journey quotes that are sure to inspire and make you smile.

69) “The key to realizing a dream is to focus not on success but significance, and then even the small steps and little victories along your path will take on greater meaning.” – Oprah Winfrey

70) “sometimes it’s the journey that teaches you a lot about your destination.” – drake, 71) “you can handle just about anything that comes at you out on the road with a believable grin, common sense and whiskey.”– bill murray, 72) “you can’t connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backward. so you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future. you have to trust in something; your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever. this approach has never let me down, and it has made all the difference in my life.” – steve jobs.

73) “The main thing that you have to remember on this journey is, just be Nice to everyone and always smile.” – Ed Sheeran

74) “you take people, you put them on a journey, you give them peril, you find out who they really are.” – joss whedon, 75) “if all difficulties were known at the outset of a long journey, most of us would never start out at all.” – dan rather, 76. “every day is a new journey for me, and i feel like, in my lifetime, i’ve been blessed to experience such a lot.” – bindi irwin, 77) “not everyone will understand your journey. that’s okay. you’re here to live your life, not to make everyone understand.” – banksy.

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77 Positive and Inspiring Journey Quotes

Embark on a journey of a lifetime with these inspiring journey quotes. Life’s a thrilling ride, filled with ups and downs.

It’s about braving the storms and cherishing time spent with loved ones.

So whether your path is spiritual, an exciting travel adventure, or just starting something new in life, let these quotes fuel your spirit for exploration and discovery.

Journey quotes to begin your path towards greatness

1. “Never give up on your dreams, no matter how painful and difficult your journey is.” – Lisa

2. “The journey is never ending. There’s always gonna be growth, improvement, adversity; you just gotta take it all in and do what’s right, continue to grow, continue to live in the moment.” – Antonio Brown

3. “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” – Lao Tzu

4. “Sometimes its more about the journey than the destination.” – Jamal Crawford

5. “Success is a journey, not a destination. The doing is often more important than the outcome.” – Arthur Ashe

6. “Focus on the journey, not the destination. Joy is found not in finishing an activity but in doing it.” – Greg Anderson

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7. “Not all those who wander are lost.” – J.R.R. Tolkien

8. “Sometimes it’s the journey that teaches you a lot about your destination.” – Drake

9. “Sometimes we make the process more complicated than we need to. We will never make a journey of a thousand miles by fretting about how long it will take or how hard it will be. We make the journey by taking each day step by step and then repeating it again and again until we reach our destination.” – Joseph B. Wirthlin

10. “Enjoy the journey and try to get better every day. And don’t lose the passion and the love for what you do.” – Nadia Comaneci

11. “Struggle teaches you a lot of things, and I am happy that I witnessed a roller coaster ride. The journey has improved me as a person and made me more matrure.” – Manoj Bajpayee

12. “Life is short and we have never too much time for gladdening the hearts of those who are traveling the dark journey with us. Oh be swift to love, make haste to be kind.” – Henri Frederic Amiel

Life is a journey quotes

13. “Life is a journey that must be traveled no matter how bad the roads and accommodations.” – Oliver Goldsmith

14. “Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.” – Robert Frost

15. “Learn to trust the journey, even when you do not understand it.” – Lolly Daskal

16. “Life is a journey that have a lot of different paths, but any path you choose, use it as your destiny.” – Unknown

17. “The beautiful journey of today can only begin when we learn to let go of yesterday.” – Steve Maraboli

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18. “Life is a journey, not a destination.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

19. “Everyday you got a chance to make your journey more beautiful than yesterday.” – Nitin Namdeo

20. “Every day is a journey and the journey itself is home.” – Matsuo Basho

21. “Everybody has their own story; everything has their own journey.” – Thalia

Enjoy the journey quotes

22. “Enjoy the journey as much as the destination.” – Marshall Sylver

23. “Enjoy the journey of life and not just the endgame.” – Benedict Cumberbatch

24. “Enjoy the journey and try to get better everyday. And don’t lose the passion and the love for what you do.” – Nadia Comaneci

25. “Enjoy the journey, the destination will come.” – Verghese

26. “Don’t wait for everything to be perfect before you decide to enjoy your life.” – Joyce Meyer

27. “Dream big, stay positive, work hard, and enjoy the journey.” – Urijah Faber

28. “The key to realizing a dream is to focus not on success but significance, and then even the small steps and little victories along your path will take on greater meaning.” – Oprah Winfrey

29. “Aim for the sky, but move slowly, enjoying every step along the way. It is all those little steps that make the journey complete.” – Chanda Kochar

30. “Enjoy the journey, enjoy every moment, and quit worrying about winning and losing.” – Matt Biondi

31. “Stop worrying about the potholes in the road and enjoy the journey.” – Babs Hoffman

32. “I haven’t been everywhere but its on my list.” – Susan Sontag

33. “You must remain focused on your journey to greatness.” – Les Brown

Inspirational journey quotes

34. “You can never regret anything you do in life. You kind of have to learn the lesson from whatever the experience is and take it with you on your journey forward.” – Aubrey O’Day

35. “Life is a journey. When we stop, things don’t go right.” – Pope Francis

36. “There’s no map for you to follow and take your journey. You are Lewis and Clark. You are the mapmaker.” – Phillipa Soo

37. “I’m different than most people. When I cross the finish line of a big race, I see that people are ecstatic, but I’m thinking about what I’m going to do tomorrow. It’s as if my journey is everlasting, and there is no finish line.” – David Goggins

38. “We don’t receive wisdom; we must discover it for ourselves after a journey that no one can take for us or spare us.” – Marcel Proust

39. “Though the road’s been rocky it sure feels good to me.” – Bob Marley

40. “We are at our very best, and we are happiest, when we are fully engaged in work we enjoy on the journey toward the goal we’ve established for ourselves. It gives meaning to our time off and comfort to our sleep. It makes everything else in life so wonderful, so worthwhile.” – Earl Nightingale

41. “Have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become.” – Steve Jobs

42. “If my ship sails from sight, it doesn’t mean my journey ends, it simply means the river bends.” – Enoch Powell

Motivational journey quotes

43. “Make voyages. Attempt them. There’s nothing else.” – Tennessee Williams

44. “Gotta take that adventure in order to understand your journey.” – Jennifer Pierre

45. “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” – Theodore Roosevelt

46. “The beauty of my journey is that it’s always been pretty unpredictable, so stay tuned.” – Andreja Pejic

47. “The journey not the arrival matters.” – T.S. Eliot

48. “The future depends on what you do today.” – Mahatma Gandhi

49. “The goal is to die with memories, not dreams.” – Unknown

50. “Never throughout history has a man who lived a life of ease left a name worth remembering.” – Theodore Roosevelt

51. “The harder you work from something, the greater you’ll feel when you achieve it.” – Sudhashree Acharya

52. “Once you have traveled, the voyage never ends, but is played out over and over again in the quietest chambers. The mind can never break off from the journey.” – Pat Conroy

53. “The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.” – ILHQ

54. “When setting out on a journey do not seek advice from someone who never left home.” – Rumi

Positive journey quotes

55. “You may only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” – Mae West

56. “Every day you got a chance to make your journey more beautiful than yesterday.” – Nitin Namdeo

57. “Stay positive. Better days are on their way.” – Unknown

58. “Your destiny is to fulfill those things upon which you focus most intently. So choose to keep your focus on that which is truly magnificent, beautiful, uplifting and joyful. Your life is always moving toward something.” – Ralph Marston

59. “You make a life out of what you have, not what you’re missing.” – Kate Morton

60. “Every sunset is an opportunity to reset. Every sunrise begins with new eyes.” – Richie Norton

61. “Life is very interesting. In the end, some of your greatest pains, become your greatest strengths.” – Drew Barrymore

62. “Your journey has molded you for your greater good, and it was exactly what it needed to be. Don’t think you’ve lost time. There is no short-cutting life. It took each and every situation you have encountered to bring you to the now. And now is right on time.” – Asha Tyson

63. “And suddenty you know…It’s time to start something new and trust the magic of beginnings.” – Meister Eckhart

64. “Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” – Dolly Parton

65. “Your success will be determined by your own confidence and fortitude.” – Michelle Obama

66. “Be yourself, everyone else is already taken.” – Oscar Wilde

67. “If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” – Wayne Dyer

Journey of life quotes

68. “The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.” – Tony Robbins

69. “When you have a dream, you’ve got to grab it and never let go.” – Carol Burnett

70. “Life is 10% of what happens to you and 90% how you react to it.” – Charles R. Swindoll

71. “You take your life in your own hands, and what happens? A terrible thing, no one to blame.” – Erica Jong

72. “If all difficulties were known at the outset of a long journey, most of us would never start out at all.” – Dan Rather

73. “It’s your reaction to adversity, not adversity itself that determines how your life’s story will develop.” – Dieter F. Uchtdorf

74. “Your Monday morning thoughts set the tone for your whole week. See yourself getting stronger, and living a fulfilling, happier & healthier life.” – Germany Kent

75. “Ability is what you’re capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it.” – Lou Holtz

76. “Our lives are the journey we take to find our true selves!” – Alyssa Gonzalez

77. “Your braver than you believe, stronger that you seem, and smarter than you think.” – A.A. Milne

Which of these journey quotes were your favorites?

We all have the potential within us to be great.

But greatness isn’t about luck. It’s a choice.

We must choose to succeed and take steps towards it.

Remember, the path to success is a journey, not a quick leap.

Let these quotes inspire you to stay focused on your goals and dreams, no matter what obstacles get in your way along the path.

Helping people and eating tacos are my jam! This blog exists to help provide tips and resources that can help you achieve your goals and live a better life. Whether you’re looking for tips on personal growth, fitness, advice on starting a side hustle, or resources for working remotely, I’ve got you covered.

Empower Your Journey: 15 Inspirational Quotes for Motivation

T o succeed in life's endeavors, one must be relentless in their grind. Success is never by accident, and you can't become the greatest in your industry, start a profitable business, or accomplish any reasonable goal by chance alone. Fortune runs out!

To succeed, one must be reasonably committed, persistent, and hardworking. Additionally, there are moments when you need to be reminded of your initial motivation and the fact that all will work out in the end. These hustle quotes will, therefore, cause you to awaken your inner shaker and mover and put yourself on the correct track. Talk about this with other hustlers.

We have thrown the word "hustle" around a lot lately. We have remolded it into a polysemic term with several definitions deviating from the actual meaning. When we hear "hustle," what comes to mind is scamming or forcefully compelling a person to act. But that is NOT Hustle. Although that may be correct a few years back, Hustle today implies going after what you want by dedicating your efforts and time to working harder than anyone. It means you are willing to set aside extra hours for work.

That said, let's check out some of these hustle quotes to keep you going in your grind.

1. "Of course, things might come to those who stay idle... but those are only the remains of hustlers." – Abraham Lincoln

2. "Anything that comes easy vanishes quick." -Andrena Sawyer

3. "A hustler is already a winner; you just need to learn not to allow negative comments influence your grind. Just treat them as fuels that feed your fire. In a short time, that fire will be so bright and big that the ones who faulted you will see and smell the smoke, irrespective of their position or location." – Kevin Abdulrahman

4. "All the supposed tips for success will never work until you rise up and work." – Shah Jaymin

5. "No one with a million-dollar dream will achieve them with a minimum wage work ethic."– Stephen Hogan

6. "Stop hating and trying to be like another man. Focus on your grind and be better than them in your hustles. The bottom line is, just do you." – Surgeo Bell

7. "The world we reside in is a land of opportunities. Individuals come from everywhere worldwide to hustle and work their ways up to positions and places that are only possible through imagination. Be like them." – Farshad Asl

8. "You must accompany every idea you have concerning your future preferences with almost monastic obsession. Be it a primary degree, ballet, acting, or even music, you must approach it with a single mind and allow nothing to get in your path." – Henry Rollins

9. "Several people believe they want some things but do not have the discipline and strength. They think they are weak. But I believe you can get anything you want if you need it badly enough. "– Sophia Loren

10. "When I was a young boy, I noticed that ninety percent of everything I did were failures. So I ramped up my work works to ten times more." – George Bernard Shaw

11. "Pour out all you have into your dreams, and you will be surprised at the amount of energy that will come out of you." – William James

12. "What separates talent from success is hard work." – Stephen King

13. "If people call a man a street sweeper. He should sweep the streets even as Shakespeare composed poetry and Beethoven wrote music. He should sweep the street to the extent that hosts of heaven and earth look down to say 'Here lived a distinguished street sweeper who performed his tasks excellently." Martin Luther King Jr

14. "A reasonable amount of work is lost for the lack of zeal to do a little more." Edward Harriman

15. "Living, in itself, demands struggle. Those who receive everything without work eventually become lazy, insensitive to real-life values, and selfish. That strive and hard work we try to avoid today is the primary building block in our personality today. "– Pope Paul VI

3 critical things you must do before you hire a real estate agent

Your real estate agent will play a significant role in your journey to buy or sell a property.

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In the world of real estate, the decision to buy or sell a property is often one of the most significant financial transactions in a person's life. Entrusting such a momentous task to a real estate agent requires careful consideration and due diligence. Before selecting an agent to represent you in the market, be sure to do your homework.

Finding the right real estate agent to guide you through the buying or selling process is crucial for a successful transaction. Here are three essential factors to keep in mind when selecting your real estate advisor.

1. Establish Trust from the Start

When it comes to choosing a real estate agent, trust is everything. Whether you're seeking recommendations from friends and family or researching agents online, finding someone you can trust is paramount.

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Look for an agent who not only has a solid reputation but who also takes the time to understand your needs and priorities. A trusted advisor will have your best interests at heart and will work tirelessly to ensure your real estate goals are met.

2. Evaluate Experience, Track Record and Drive

Experience matters when it comes to real estate. Before hiring an agent, take the time to evaluate their experience and track record in the industry. Look for an agent who has a proven history of success and a track record of satisfied clients.

Ask about their tenure in the industry, the types of properties they typically handle, and their average sale price. Additionally, request references from past clients to get a sense of the agent's professionalism and reliability. Be diligent in following up by actually contacting the provided references to ensure a comprehensive evaluation.

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Choosing an experienced agent ensures you have a knowledgeable advocate on your side throughout the buying or selling process. However, it's also important to see the big picture in terms of what experience entails.

Age should not overshadow potential, especially when considering the dedication and vigor often exhibited by younger professionals. Don't solely focus on years in the industry but also consider their commitment, drive, and client-centered ethos.

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3. Build a Genuine Connection

In addition to trust and experience, building a genuine connection with your real estate agent is key. Look for an agent who takes the time to listen to your needs and concerns and who communicates openly and honestly with you.

A genuine connection with your agent fosters a collaborative relationship and ensures you feel comfortable and supported throughout the real estate journey. (iStock / iStock)

A genuine connection with your agent fosters a collaborative relationship and ensures you feel comfortable and supported throughout the real estate journey. Take the time to assess the agent's dedication and commitment to your goals, and choose someone who genuinely cares about your satisfaction and success.

Trust Your Instincts

In closing, remember that your real estate agent will play a significant role in your journey to buy or sell a property. By prioritizing trust, experience, and genuine connection, you can ensure that you're working with an agent who has your best interests at heart. Take the time to research and interview potential agents, asking insightful questions and evaluating their responses carefully.

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Ultimately, the decision to hire a real estate agent should not be taken lightly. It's an investment in your future, and choosing the right agent can make all the difference in achieving your real estate goals. Trust your instincts and choose an agent who aligns with your values, communicates effectively, and demonstrates a commitment to your success.

With these key considerations in mind, you can embark on your real estate journey with confidence, knowing that you have a knowledgeable and dedicated advocate by your side every step of the way. Whether you're buying your dream home or selling a property, a trusted real estate agent can make the process smoother and more rewarding.

Dave Liniger is the co-founder of RE/MAX, the Denver-based global real estate franchise. His latest book is " The Perfect 10 ."

Empowering Hair Wellness: Priya Burkett’s Journey with On Point Beauty

Welcome to a glimpse into the vibrant tapestry of entrepreneurship, where real stories of passion and purpose come to life. Today, we invite you to join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Priya Burkett and her venture, On Point Beauty. Throughout all the challenges and wins, Burkett’s story illustrates the power of determination and cultural heritage in shaping transformative businesses.

Nurturing Roots:

Priya Burkett’s entrepreneurial odyssey finds its genesis in a profound personal journey marked by loss and resilience. Departing from the confines of corporate life in the wake of personal tragedy, Burkett embarked on a quest to redefine the paradigm of hair care, drawing inspiration from her own heritage and the transformative power of holistic wellness.

The Genesis of On Point Beauty:

Amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Burkett seized the opportunity to invest in a hair salon nestled within the vibrant tapestry of Five Points, Denver. It was within hallowed halls of creativity that the seeds of On Point Beauty started to grow, birthing a visionary scalp and hair care line rooted in tradition and infused with a modern sensibility.

Cultivating Cultural Wellness:

At the heart of On Point Beauty lies a profound commitment to cultural empowerment and holistic wellness. Burkett’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of heritage, as she draws upon the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda to craft a line of foundational scalp and hair care products that honor diverse cultural traditions while championing modern health awareness.

The Power of Collaboration:

Burkett’s journey underscores the transformative potential of collaboration and community. Through strategic partnerships with experts in Ayurvedic hair care and holistic wellness, she cultivates a synergistic ecosystem of empowerment, bridging the gap between tradition and innovation to create products that resonate with authenticity and efficacy.

Empowering Self-Care:

Central to On Point Beauty’s ethos is the notion of self-care as a form of empowerment. Burkett’s vision transcends mere product offerings, inviting individuals to embrace the transformative power of self-love and mindfulness through the ritual of scalp massage and holistic hair care practices rooted in cultural heritage.

Forging Ahead:

As On Point Beauty continues to soar, Burkett remains steadfast in her commitment to innovation and excellence. With a keen focus on product refinement and expanding market reach, she charts a course towards greater accessibility and inclusivity, striving to empower individuals of diverse backgrounds to embrace their natural beauty with confidence and grace. Through On Point Beauty, she invites us to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and self-care, where the essence of tradition converges with the promise of modern innovation, forging a brighter, more beautiful future for all. To listen to the full story on WBEC-West’s women in motion podcast, use this link: https://businessradiox.com/podcast/women-in-motion/on-point-beauty/

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2. "A brand for a company is like a reputation for a person. You earn reputation by trying to do hard things well.". — Jeff Bezos, Founder and executive chairman of Amazon. 3. "Risk-taking is the cornerstone of empires.". — Estée Lauder, Businesswoman and co-founder of Estée Lauder. 4.
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Some good success quotes for work include: "Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value.". - Albert Einstein. "It always seems impossible until it's done.". - Nelson Mandela. "It is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation.". - Herman Melville.
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26) "I tramp a perpetual journey."―. Walt Whitman. 27) "The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.". - Marcel Proust. 28) "It's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years.". - Abraham Lincoln. 29) "Life is about waking up.
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1. "Never give up on your dreams, no matter how painful and difficult your journey is.". - Lisa. 2. "The journey is never ending. There's always gonna be growth, improvement, adversity; you just gotta take it all in and do what's right, continue to grow, continue to live in the moment.". - Antonio Brown.
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Use these quotes about goals to grow your partnerships toward a shared mission: "Make decisions based on hope and possibility. Make decisions based on what should happen, not what shouldn't." — Michelle Obama. "The way to achieve your goals is step by step, you just need to build enough track, to be ahead of the train." — John Milton Lawrence.
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7. "The world we reside in is a land of opportunities. Individuals come from everywhere worldwide to hustle and work their ways up to positions and places that are only possible through imagination.
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