Running a business can be a tough job. While you might love what you do, sometimes it all feels a bit too much. Dealing with difficult customers, underperforming employees, administrative issues, unfinished projects can drain even the best business owner, physically and emotionally. It can be hard to stay motivated and focused. That’s why so many of us like motivational quotes.
We like to be reminded why we love our jobs, lives; we like to be reminded about our dreams and goals. Sometimes all we need to hear is the right thing at the right time to pull ourselves together and switch to a more positive attitude.
One thing we need to remember is that reading or hearing an inspirational quote is not enough. ‘Motivation is a reason or reasons for acting or behaving in a particular way’ says the dictionary. It’s a will to work. We need to feel the need to change our attitude and actually do some work – make changes towards reaching our goals.
We’ve shared our most favourite quotes that apply to our business and that we try to work and live by. These particular quotes drive, inspire and motivate us as a team and personally.
We believe some of the motivational quotes are so powerful, they might inspire you to change your thinking, your attitude and maybe also encourage you to change or improve something in yourself or in your business to reach another goal on your list.“
1. “Always deliver more than expected.” – Larry Page, co-founder of Google.
2. “Quality is the best business plan.” – John Lasseter
3. “I believe fundamental honesty is the keystone of business.” – Harvey S. Firestone
4. “It’s not just about being better. It’s about being different. You need to give people a reason to choose your business.” – Tom Abbott
5. The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” – Steve Jobs
7. “Success is the sum of small efforts – repeated day in and day out.” – Robert Collier
8.“In many ways, effective communication begins with mutual respect, communication that inspires, encourages others to do their best.” – Zig Ziglar
9. “A dream does not become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination, and hard work.” – Colin Powell
10. Great things in business are never done by one person. They are done by a team of people.” – Steve Jobs
11. “There is a story behind every person. There is a reason why they are the way they are. Think about that and respect them for who they are.” – unknown
12. “He who dares wins.” – Winston Churchill
13. “Clients do not come first. Employees come first. If you take care of your employees, they will take care of your clients.” – Richard Branson
14. “Respect is how you treat everyone, not just those you want to impress.” – Richard Branson
15. “Treat others the way you would want them to treat you.” – Golden Rule
16. “You are only as successful as people who work for you want to be.” – Estee Lauder
And this must be our favourite quote ever:
17. “Your smile is your logo, your personality is your business card, how you leave others feeling after an experience with you becomes your trademark.” – Jay Danzie
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