We asked some of the coolest women in Business we know to share their favorite quotes, that inspire and motivate them.
Here they are:
- Gina Longo: Leadership Consultant and human factors trainer and Business owner @ Gina Longo Consulting.
“Don’t give up. Don’t ever give up.”
~ Jim Valvano
I love this quote because it’s all too easy to start something with enthusiasm then let it go once the going gets tough. This reminds me never to give up, no matter what.
2. Medha Jalan: Architect and founder of My FUNiture story, a children’s furniture design studio.
“To keep a lamp burning, we need to keep putting oil into it.”
This quote is a constant reminder to be consistent and regular with an effort to be able to achieve consistency in positive results!
3. Rashmi Nagaraju : Founder, Angadi of Spices, a retail spices brand.
“Done is better than perfect!”
If we keep waiting for circumstances to get better and everything to fall in place, we will still be at the same place we started. Doing always gives you more confidence. It gets you out of the fear zone and gives you a head start towards your goal. There will always be new things to learn and perfect while you are celebrating the little successes of meeting the smaller goals.
4. Pavani KN : Emotional Wellness Coach, Business Owner of Life Craft Success Hub.
” Passion is at the heart of human excellence”
The best example is Steve Jobs. He always set his benchmarks and excelled. No challenges stopped him, he was always from within.
5.Sanjhna Nayarr : A psychic medium, rune and tarot counsellor, energy healer, tasseographer, graphologist, aromatherapist, classical danseuse, yogic diet consultant, podcaster and author of the book – “Because I Am SAVAGE LEMONADE“-An Army Wife’s Spiritual Journey. Recipient of Spectrum Budding Writers Award (June 2021). She’s also the founder of Safroneya.
“I am.”
Union with oneself should be the prerequisite to recognizing and realizing dreams. So I say this affirmation every day and dare to dream big and stay grounded!
6. Nisha Chamria : Co- Founder of @cubeactivitycentre in Kolkata and @c.u.b.e.moms (mom influencer on Instagram.)
“Jodi tor daak shune keu na aashe tobe ekla cholo re.
Ekla cholo ekla cholo ekla cholo ekla cholo re.”
It’s a song by Rabindranath Tagore.
Simply translated as ” If no one wants to walk with you on your path then walk alone. if you think you are on the right path, then keep walking on it even if no one else joins you.” This has always been my guiding line.
7. Lakshmipraba U S : Founder at Prithvimitra Innovations (OPC) Private Limited
“Change Begins with me.”
This is a beautiful realization and a reminder that keeps me going of how me being a seed of change creates a sea of change on everything around me. I am experiencing this in my professional and personal life. This beautiful bloom in my inward journey radiates outwards to inspire and motivate many, as my passion has turned into a purpose that touches many souls. I am so happy to reflect on my journey from a homemaker to a CEO.
8. Rituparna De : Founder of VibrantHues.
“Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma – which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of other’s opinions drown out your inner voice. And most importantly, dare to follow your heart and intuition.”
This quote is a constant reminder to follow my inner voice and turn a deaf ear to the constant reminder of the perks of a senior position in the Corporate which I just left a few months back.
9. Manasa Nadig : A US-based Tax Consultant & Founder of MN Tax & Business Services PLLS.
“Follow your heart, but take your brain with you”.
I see this quote and think about how any dream with a heart – to be a success and not remain a dream needs a structure, a path and planning to take it up to the next level. This is where the brain comes in.
10. Mitcch Duddani : Business owner at Socialli.
“Entrepreneurs don’t retire they die.”
VG Siddhartha has said this multiple times in his interview, which has helped inspire and motivate me. by his thoughts and passion – as an entrepreneur, we have so much to do and many dreams to achieve!
11. Priyanka Changia : Co- founder, HEN
“Power Of One.”
One step towards your goal or one action towards becoming a better version of yourself than yesterday – The power is in coming together as one to realize our dreams. One thought, one step can take us higher!
12. Bhavana Shah : Founder at Earthy Hues Tours Pvt Ltd
“I never lose, I either win or learn.”
It helps you to keep your spirits high and not to get disheartened by tough times. There is always a lesson in every failure which ultimately leads you to success.
13. Ruche Mittal : Founder – HEN
“Believe it to achieve it.”
If I as an entrepreneur don’t believe in my dream and our goal, no one will.
14. Aanchal Kejriwal : Founder of Arrange It All.
“Believe in yourself and don’t be scared to try.”
15. Sonali Dasgupta : Founder of STEMonsters.
“Entrepreneurship is a journey, not a destination. Enjoy the joy ride.”
If I don’t enjoy what I do, I cannot persevere. And perseverance is the key to becoming a successful entrepreneur.
16. Ami Shah : Founder of Marketing Hues.
“Don’t give up, don’t take anything personally, and don’t take no for an answer.”
– Sophia Amoruso
Every entrepreneur should apply this quote. Because it helps when people hate you and/or your ideas for no reason at all, but you shouldn’t take any of it personally.