When starting in business it can be tough and it is easy to give up. So today we are giving you some motivation with some inspirational quotes from the most successful people. Regardless of what you do these quotes can apply to you.
We have also taken the time to outline some valuable lessons from these inspirational quotes.
Let’s dive in and see the advice we can get from these successful people.
1.Taking inspirational action
“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” — Arthur Ashe
Tennis Player
Arthur Ashe was one of the first African American most successful tennis players ever. He came from a humble background and started playing tennis at the age of seven. His talent was quickly spotted and he went on to become one of the most successful tennis players.
Sometimes we do not know where to start, because we may feel like we do not have enough to start. However, you do not have to wait for some miracle or magic to happen before you get started.
Whatever your passion is, just get started on it with the little you have and do your best. This will one day turn into much more than you could imagine.
2.Commitment
“Be committed to your commitment.”- Les Brown
Motivational Speaker
Les Brown is a multimillionaire who has built his wealth from motivational speaking. He has sold out on multiple books and stadium events where he has given his motivational speeches.
One of his most beautiful quotes is to stay committed to your commitments. It is upon you to ensure your success by showing up. Show up for yourself every single day.
When you set a goal, commit to it and commit to whatever it takes to achieve the goal. Do not make excuses as to why you cannot do it or why you failed to show up. Make things happen by being committed.
3.Learn from failure
Failure is another steppingstone to greatness.” — Oprah Winfrey
American Host
Oprah Winfrey is known worldwide and at this point is considered as media royalty. She has built a multi-billion media company and is also known for being a philanthropist.
When it comes to addressing failure, we need to simply see it as a point of learning. Nobody ever became successful without making several mistakes. It is through these mistakes that people learn and grow and become successful.
4.Do not quit
Business and being an entrepreneur can be very tiring and exhausting. Sometimes the challenges can become overwhelming but it is important to keep going. It doesn’t matter how many times you fall, just keep getting up and keep going.
The following inspirational quote is from Walt Disney whose empire is still running and is worth billions of dollars.
“The difference between winning and losing is most often not quitting!” – Walt Disney
Entrepreneur
5.Embrace challenges
“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain.” — Dolly Parton
Singer and Songwriter
If you want success you will have to learn to embrace the challenges it comes with. There are no shortcuts to success. If you wanted to get a six-pack and get in shape you would have to work out and change your diet.
In the same way, when you want to succeed in business, you must be willing to do the work and work through the resistance.
6.Be patient
In this fast-moving economy and world of today, it is easy to forget success can take time. It is not necessarily our fault we forget and get impatient at times.
In a world where we order food and it is delivered to us in a few moments, do shopping and it is delivered to our doorstep very quickly, it is no wonder we get impatient. Sometimes it will take years before one achieves the success they desire.
We need to learn to be patient. Overnight success does not happen. Success takes time to be achieved. Here is an inspirational quote on patience from Warren Buffet:
“Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.” — Warren Buffett
Investor
7.Be authentic
“To me, business isn’t about wearing suits or pleasing stockholders. It’s about being true to yourself, your ideas, and focusing on the essentials.”–Richard Branson
Business Magnate
When doing business we know the customer is always right. However, do not exchange your authenticity for others. In being authentic, you need to stay focused on what matters to your business. Keep a balance between what works for the business and staying true to your vision.
8.Don’t stop dreaming and believing
“When you cease to dream you cease to live.” — Malcolm Forbes
Entrepreneur
We all go after our goals because we have dreams we want to live. Dreams are our passions and desires. They are the things we would love to achieve. Studies show that people who have a purpose tend to live longer and more fulfilling lives.
The same applies to business. If you stop dreaming then your business will stop living. Keep in mind you are the vision carrier of your own business. If the vision goes out of focus so does everything else.
9.Be adaptable
“It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.” — Charles Darwin
Naturalist
Charles Darwin is known for his theory of evolution. In his theory of evolution, he explains how living creatures survive through a major crisis. Evolution happens when we respond to change.
This lesson is applicable not only in our lives but also in business. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we are seeing businesses close while others are adapting very quickly and making profits.
Learning to respond positively to changes, even if we see the changes as negative, will always cause success.
10.Add value
“Try not to become a person of success, but rather try to become a person of value.” — Albert Einstein
Theoretical Physicist
Albert Einstein was one of the most intelligent people to ever walk on earth. His theories of relativity changed how we view space and time. He suggested that to be successful all you need to do is be of value.
We have seen people sell the same goods and services for two extreme prices.
For example, people go to small restaurants to buy fries and later will eat the same fries at a luxurious restaurant and pay more money for them. What was the difference? The difference is in the perceived value that is added.
One just provided food the other will tell you they are providing you with a whole experience.
When you can add value to what you do, it doesn’t matter how much it costs people will buy it. When you add value people seek out your goods and services. Therefore as you do business ask yourself how you add value with your goods and services.
We hope these inspirational quotes are helpful and give you motivation and ideas on how you can develop yourself and your business. If you are interested in reading how you can navigate yourself during lockdown for your career click here and for business click here.
