Imagine that you could encapsulate life wisdom into a single sentence, like a miraculous potion in a small bottle in Asterix and Obelix. Or like a physical law that describes a natural phenomenon in one equation. Well, you’re in luck – these are quotes.
I began delving into quotes during high school. I remember borrowing a thick book from the library, a collection of sayings from around the world. Quotes and sayings differ – quotes are utterances of important personalities, while sayings embody the wisdom of the people that has endured for centuries.
However, in both cases, [sayings and quotes] are wisdom distilled into a single sentence.
Now, while sayings are somewhat more important for life itself, quotes can be a great guide in business. After studying sayings from around the world, I discovered that their common attribute, regardless of origin, is their focus on balance. This makes sense since they are intended for all people, a wider audience defined by its average.
Sayings and quotes are two different beasts
Quotes, on the other hand, are more extreme creatures, much like the journey of entrepreneurship is a more extreme path in life.
Many great individuals, be they politicians, military leaders, scientists, artists, or entrepreneurs, have uttered many important quotes. As mentioned earlier, these quotes contain a broader life wisdom, distilled into a single sentence.
Google role models and check out their quotes
I recommend that you Google some of your role models and check out their quotes. And if a particular quote truly resonates with you and your current situation, jot it down on a piece of paper and keep it in your wallet. This way, you’ll notice it more often when you go through your wallet.
It’s always worth remembering that, regardless of how successful we may be, there are millions of people around us who are at least on our level. People who have endured much more challenging trials. Yes, starting a business is very difficult, but just think – would you rather be somewhere in a war zone, a camp, or suffering from hunger? The answer is clear.
That’s why it’s worth collecting quotes from people you choose as your role models. Let them be your guiding stars.
And to conclude, here’s one more quote:
“A man is not finished when he is defeated. He is finished when he quits.”
