In a previous blog post I mentioned my love for inspirational quotes and shared some of my Top Inspirational Lifestyle Quotes. They help me be more positive and happy in life, but when it comes to career, entrepreneurial or business success, there are so many other different quotes that inspire me.
When I completed university, I went through about 2 to 3 years of working hard on the job, but not knowing exactly how I ended in a place where there was no room for growth, and so far from the path to great success I thought I’d be on. Having a background in competitive sports really conflicted with where I was in life. I was really unhappy and although I learned quick on the job and worked really hard, I wasn’t getting anywhere. When I explored and took some of the pressure off, I started to see more clearly and went after what I wanted. Prior to moving, I actually exceeded what I set out to do with my career 6 months prior to the timeline I set for myself. I have since moved and re-evaluated where and what I want to go after. Nothing is ever certain in life, but when you make a plan and take steps to go after what I want, you can set yourself up for success.
I will say that during the years I worked for others and set personal objectives, the entrepreneurial and business quotes really helped provide perspective when I felt like I was failing and not doing enough. Many often are a great reminder that the path to success not often be perfect, but offer great motivation and encouragement when things don’t immediately work out the way you planned.
Top Inspirational Quotes for Business, Career and Entrepreneurial Success
When you think about quitting, think about why you started.
Practice as though you were the worst. Perform as though you were the best.
Good players inspire themselves. Great players inspire others.
You can’t fail if you don’t start. You can’t succeed if you don’t start.
Nothing worth having comes easy.
Never let success get to your head. Never let failure get to your heart.
I don’t believe in failure. Failure is just information and an opportunity to change your course.
Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people.
If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.
It’s never too late to go after the things you want in life.
Don’t wait for an opportunity. Make one.
Work hard and have no regrets.
What are your own favourite entrepreneurial or success quotes?. I’d love to hear. If you enjoyed this post, let me know in the comments below.
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Xo,
Miki
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What a great post and look Miki! I am crazy about these mules you are wearing, where are they from? :))
Thanks for sharing these inspirational quotes for business and happy Monday!
xo
Stella
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Thanks so much Stella! They’re from MiuMiu. Glad you enjoyed the post!
Xo,
Miki
I absolutely love your blazer! I think everybody should own a classic white blazer 🙂
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Thanks! I agree – a white blazer is a must! Have a great week.
Xo,
Miki
I love inspirational quotes especially when it comes to business & career! The quotes you chose are great and I think they will definitely help inspire the entrepreneurs out there trying to hustle to make their dreams come true. I love your stylish outfit in these photos as well! Overall, great post and an awesome way to start my Monday morning! I hope you have a good week!
~Crissy
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Thanks Crissy. So glad you enjoyed the post. I hope you’re having a great week!
Xo,
Miki
These quotes are so amazing for motivation! I also love how you styled your white blazer with an all black outfit! So chic <3
XO, Jessi
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Thanks Jessi!
Xo,
Miki
Besides from the fact that your pictures are stunning, you’re also such a huge inspiration for me who wants to make the transition from working 9-5 on a full time job to being my own boss and do THIS for living! Each and every one of your quotes will from now on be bookmarked whenever I feel unmotivated! 🙂
xoxo
Thomas
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Thanks so much! Definintely something worth working towards. You can do it Thomas!
Xo,
Miki
Not only do I absolutely love your outfit (that bag – swoon!) but those quotes are fantastic. I’m going to need to write some of them down to keep with me when I’m feeling a lack of motivation. Thanks for sharing!
Stephanie // SheSawStyle.com
So glad you enjoyed this post Stephanie! Have a wonderful week!
Xo,
Miki
I am loving this post! I also have a thing for inspirational quotes! They motivate me on a daily basis. I have so many in mind but one that always comes in mind is: Work Hard Stay Humble.
Thanks for sharing
Josie // http:www.petiteandbold.com
I love that quote! Such a great one. Thanks for sharing that. 🙂
Xo,
Miki
Wow such a classy look babe. Love you blazer, so nice.
xoxo, Rachel
http://www.rachelvogttrends.com
Thanks Rachel! Have a great week.
Xo,
Miki
That bag is everting!!! You’re such an inspiration!! Xx
Thanks Lily. You’re so sweet. This is my favourite bag. Haha.
Xo,
Miki
Thanks for sharing those awesome quotes! I totally needed that! Feeling inspired.
xo, Jo
http://www.cutandchic.com
Thanks so much Jo. Glad you enjoyed it. Have a great week.
Xo,
Miki
First of all you know how much I love this look, very powerful business look yet very chic at same time. I seriously feel a lack of motivations for my job recently so these inspirational quotes came in right time. Thanks for sharing!
xo,
Jo
http://www.glamfashionbook.com
Thanks Jo. Glad you enjoyed the post!
Xo,
Miki
I love all these quotes but the 2nd one resonates, reminds me of when I did classical piano throughout college. all so inspirational!
Thanks Samantha! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
Sometimes there’s nothing worse than a Monday, but these quotes were a great way to start the week! Loving the black/white combo girl!
xx Danielle | Pineapple & Prosecco
Thanks Danielle! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
I love your post babe! I’m the same way like you with quotes! I so use it to motivate myself with everyday life. Great job on your hard work! This outfit is super fierce babe! Love it!
Linh
http://xcapewithlinh.com/holiday-fever/
Thanks so much! Inspirational quotes are so handy to have.
Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
I definetly needed a boost of inspiration—thanks so much for this post! My favorite one you included: Don’t wait for an opportunity. Make one
I love that one too. 🙂 Thanks Camille! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
LOVE LOVE LOVE this post!
So inspiring and such a chic look!
xo.
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Thanks Taylor! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
this is so great and inspirational! love the blazer.
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So glad you enjoyed it! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
To be honest I’ve been lacking in these types of quotes and I hadn’t really noticed until now. Thanks for these. Making a note now!
Sxx
http://www.daringcoco.com
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! I hope they offer you inspiration throughout the week.
Xo,
Miki
I love these quotes and your blazer! You look like a real business women!
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Thanks Violette! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
I love quotes of all kinds and these are wonderful reminders for me right now. It’s easy to get overwhelmed with all the things we have to do and sometimes it clouds our minds. We have to remember these inspirational messages and refocus. Thanks for these Miki! xoxo, Christine
http://dailykongfidence.com/
So true. It’s so easy to get so stressed out too! Thanks so much Christine! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
I love this post, it is so encouraging! It is great to set goals for yourself and then work towards them! Some really useful quotes here. I must say, I love your outfit too! It’s beautiful, you look amazing and I love your bag!
Many thanks,
Marianne x http://www.beautiful-in-essence.blogspot.com
Thanks Marianne! Glad you enjoyed the quotes. 🙂
Xo,
Miki
Absolutely love these quotes!!! So super inspirational:)! And your look is fabulous: professional, stylish and feminine! Love it! Xx Susanne – http://bagatyou.com
That’s so kind of you. Thanks Susanne!
Xo,
Miki
Love this 9-5 look! So stylish and those shoes are so pretty!
xx
Jessie
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Thanks Jessie! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
I have so much going on right now including my business. This was may Fav: “You can’t fail if you don’t start. You can’t succeed if you don’t start.”
Thanks for sharing!
You can’t fail if you don’t start. You can’t succeed if you don’t start.
I love those quotes. Both fantastic! Thanks Sharron! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
I definitely needed these quotes today. I’m feeling a bit behind and in a rut, so this is great!!
Jordan xx
http://www.thehatlogic.com
Sorry to hear! I hope your week gets better and that these offer you some extra motivation or a boost to your week!
Xo,
Miki
you look absolutely gorgeous! The blazer look amazing with your outfit. All of these quotes are so great thank you so much for the motivation babe you are so sweet.
xoxo
Fe
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Thanks Fe! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
The black and white outfit you styled is so chic. Loving all the inspirational quotes you compiled — whenever I’m feeling lazy or unmotivated I always go in search of inspirational quotes. Thanks for sharing these!
Xx, K
http://www.jassamineelaine.com
They’re always great to read, aren’t they? Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
What a great inspirational post. And I love those shoes!!!
Love, Lindsey
http://thenomisniche.com/
Thanks Lindsey! I love these Miumiu shoes, too! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
Thanks!
Xo,
Miki
I recently read one I liked – Don’t call it a dream. Call it a plan. I think if you put things in terms of dreams, they’re not as concrete. They seem out of reach. A plan seems more doable – it’s likely to happen. Loved this post! Thanks for all the inspiration. Keep it coming!
xx Yasmin
http://banglesandbungalows.com
I love that one too. Dreamers don’t always make things happen, afterall. 🙂 Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
You’ve styled this look so well, love your photos!
Much love,
HER FASTEST FASHION
Thanks Terri!
Xo,
Miki
I think the first quote is the one that resonates with me the most because I often have to remind myself why I quit my job to pursue this life!!! This is so perfect for what I need and you look like a total boss lady!
Helen xx
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That’s awesome. I love that you’re just going for it, and I hope you keep growing babe. Thanks Helen!
Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
You look so gorgeous <3
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Thanks so much!
Xo,
Miki
You look so chic babe and congrats on reaching your career goals well ahead of time, way to go! I love quotes and every single one you mentioned in the post is amazing!
xx, Kusum | http://www.sveeteskapes.com
Thanks. So glad you enjoyed them!
Xo,
Miki
These are beautiful quotes, there’s something about them that makes me feel so happy as well. It’s so inspiring. You look amazing beautiful.
Thanks Deddeh! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
Inspirational quotes are the best! I love reading them when I loose motivation or just feel down in general. One of my favorite quotes is “Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people.”
Awesome look too, girl! Can’t help but love a good old classic black and white look!
Dee
http://www.urbanchicblvd.com/
I love that quote too, and it really is true. Always fill your mind with positive and productive thoughts. 🙂 Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
You look amazing in that white blazer!I love lengthy pieces. And girrrrrl you are such an inspiration. Im about to graduate soon and move into a corporate 9-5 but I would love to be a blogger ft or even just the idea of being my own boss sounds so awesome. I love inspirational quotes because they definitely help you stay on the positive side!!
XOXO JENN
http://www.jennsemble.com
I hope you get closer and closer to your dream every day babe. You’re doing great! Thanks so much Jenn! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
Great quotes to start off my week with! Thank you for sharing babe! You’re so inspirational xo, sharon
http://www.stylelullaby.com/personal/the-business-tip-need-grow-business/
Thanks so much. Happy you enjoyed the post Sharon. Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
love that you posted this! Such a good topic and so inspirational
xx francesca
Frank Vinyl : A California Fashion Blog
Thanks Francesca! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
You look so fab in this monochrome outfit dear.
xoxo
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Thanks Atsuna!
Xo,
miki
OMG I love this post! Your outfit is amazing and the quotes are really inspiring and appropriate! Let me eager to take more risks! Thanks
I love that! Thanks Julia! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
I love all the motivational points! It’s important for us all to keep motivating us to always strive for more success in various areas of our life 🙂
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So true. Thanks Bernice! Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki
Nice heels
classy jacket!
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Thanks!
Xo,
Miki
What a beautiful post, Miki! Thanks for the inspiration! Love your photos and outfit! xo
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Thanks so much Luci!
Xo,
Miki
love these, such a great inspiring post, hope you have a lovely wednesday xx
Thanks Jasna! I hope you have a fantastic week!
Such a nice look babe! Love this white blazer too! The quotes are very inspiring babe
Xx
Marcy
Thanks Marcy! Enjoy your week!
Xo,
Miki
Great quotes babe! Sometimes we need to be reminded that everything is all worth it. I love your white jacket and the way you styled it ?
So true. Those reminders always help me when days get tough. 🙂 Have a great week Caprice!
Xo,
Miki
Magnifique !
Kiss, Béa
Thanks Luxes!
Xo,
Miki
Cant go wrong with black and white looking great xx
Thanks Melissa!
Xo,
Miki
Beautiful post! Love the qutes, and the Valentino Rockstud bag 😉
xo Dogs and Dresses fashion blog
Thanks! It’s my favourite bag. 🙂 Happy you enjoyed the post!
Have a great week!
Xo,
Miki