Quotes about Motivation

Good leaders motivate others by their listening skills. We are to: avoid prejudicial first impressions; become less self-centered; withhold initial criticism; stay calm; listen with empathy; be active listeners; clarify what we hear; and recognize the healing power of listening. Then we are to act on what we hear

Everyone enjoys being inspired. But here's the truth when it comes to personal growth: Motivation gets you going, but discipline keeps you growing. That's the Law of Consistency. It doesn't matter how talented you are. It doesn't matter how many opportunities you receive. If you want to grow, consistency is key.

You can act your way into feeling long before you can feel your way into action. If you wait until you feel like doing something, you will likely never accomplish it.

If you want to be a leader, the good news is that you can do it. Everyone has the potential, but it isn't accomplished overnight. It requires perseverance.

The effectiveness of your work will never rise above your ability to lead and influence others. You cannot produce consistently on a level higher than your leadership. In other words, your leadership skills determine the level of your success-and the success of those who work around you.

The higher you want to climb, the more you need leadership. The greater the impact you want to make, the greater your influence needs to be.

The Right Thought plus the Right People in the Right Environment at the Right Time for the Right Reason = the Right Result

Sometimes we are afraid because success puts pressure on us to continue to succeed.

Action is what converts human dreams into significance.

The book you don't read can't help you; the seminar you won't attend can't change your life. The business gets better when you get better. Never wish it were easier, wish you were better.

See the big picture. Your place on the team makes sense only in the context of the big picture. If your only motivation for finding your niche is personal gain, your poor motives may prevent you from discovering what you desire.

Laughing is the quickest way to get up and get going again when you've been knocked down. Failing Forward