Business Executives Share Their Favorite Motivational Quotes to Get You Inspired

The summer can be a tough time to find motivation to stay productive and inspired. It can help to listen to other people’s sources of inspiration and the words they abide by to help them get through difficult or slow times. We collected some inspiring and favorite quotes from successful professionals to help you find that inner strength to keep pursuing your dreams and to motivate you to be your best self!

“Once you face your fear, nothing is ever as hard as you think.” – Olivia Newton-John

“I love this quote because you can use it in many different aspects of your life. Fear is often what stops us from moving on up when it comes to our careers, and it allows negative thoughts to enter our minds, and it’s tough to get rid of them. This is how things like imposter syndrome begin which can lead us to always be in a constant state of fear and worry which doesn’t allow us to come to our full potential.

It’s important to recognize and face your fears, because you then begin to get better at finding the good in things, which makes you much more confident in your abilities. And at this point, your fears don’t seem as scary and you experience much less anxiety and low self-esteem.”

Thanks to Karen Lee, Founder of Smart Robotic Home.

“The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.” – Steve Jobs

“The belief in yourself is really what keeps you going, but sometimes we let the opinions of others change how we feel, and we often don’t take the risks we should. This particular quote is one that I like to have above my desk to remind myself of what it really takes to make a difference and to make something a success.

Even if others think your strategies are a little out there, you never really know what’s going to work until you try it. I think those who have that innate ability to do whatever it is they think of, are the ones that will make big moves to help their business prosper.”

Thanks to Ahmed ElBarkouki of Echelon Health.

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

“Stepping outside of your comfort zone is not always easy, and takes a lot of mental preparation. So much so that people often avoid doing it. I know from experience though that it’s much better to try something and make a mistake than to not try something new at all.

Personal growth and building inner confidence is something that can help you to be a better leader. But in order to get there, you need to try new things. Whether it’s related to a hobby or something for your business, all of these new things can help with personal development even if it doesn’t go how you had imagined. Mistakes are just something you learn from and move on, and you get a better understanding of what works for you, and what doesn’t, which in the end makes you a more successful and confident leader.”

Thanks to Michael Jestadt, Owner of Smart Heating And Air Conditioning.

“Always work hard and have fun in what you do because I think that’s when you’re more successful. You have to choose to do it.” – Simone Biles

“I find Simone Biles has a lot of inspirational quotes, and is such a determined individual. This one is one of my favorite quotes she has said, as it really speaks true to so many of us.

Choosing to do something and finding the joy in it is a must if you truly want to prosper. It can be tough to always find motivation to make it through some days, but when you find the things you enjoy within something that can be difficult, you will find success.”

Thanks to Caroline Rood of the New York Media Group.

“The sun himself is weak when he first rises, and gathers strength and courage as the day gets on.” – Charles Dickens

“This is such a simple quote with a lot of meaning behind it, and always helps me to find that little bit of motivation throughout the day. We aren’t always ready to take on the day when we get up, but as we go through the day we find things to keep us going. For me, I like to have a midday tea, take a walk on my break and make sure I have a good, filling lunch. I look forward to these small things, and they are what help to push me through long days.

I think this quote is also nice to just recognize that we all don’t wake up on the right side of the bed. Sometimes we had a bad sleep, or had to wake up really early. These interruptions can be difficult to overcome, but when we find ways to keep up our strength and energy, we can easily turn our day around.”

Thanks to Tim Woda, Founder of White Peak.

“Failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor.” – Truman Capote

“Success feels so much more well deserved when it happens coming off of a failure. Failing should never be seen as a hurdle and rather something to expect, learn from and overcome.

This allows us to be even more aware of what it will take to be successful, and when you do, it is a really great feeling. You should never be afraid to take risks out of fear of failure because that isn’t how you will grow both personally and professionally.”

Thanks to Josh Levine, Co-Founder and CEO of Private Market Labs.

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

“Being positive isn’t always in the cards, especially when you are trying to build a business. You might often feel discouraged which could send you spiraling, which isn’t helpful when it comes to finding motivation. It’s important to always try to be optimistic, even if you are in a negative headspace.

Without good thoughts and positive feelings, you often look for the worst instead of hoping for the best. Always start your day with some positive affirmations, and try to shift your thinking when something isn’t going your way. Being as optimistic as possible can help you to boost your mood which is much more helpful when it comes to managing yourself and/or others.”

Thanks to Julia Meyer of Clever Control.

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

“This quote is very straight to the point which is why it’s one of my favorites. Nothing ever gets done until the pen hits the paper, which is why you need to quell a lot of your own inner critiques and start making moves. As much as we sometimes find ourselves dragging our feet and not feeling motivated to be productive, if we just start doing what we have been putting off, we can get so much more done and feel better about it.

Procrastination is a tough habit to kick, but when you get organized and start knocking things off of your list, you realize how much more free time you have. This leads to a decrease in stress, and an increase in the quality of work you produce.”

Thanks to Ben Bozzay, Founder of Tech Lockdown.