8 Quotable Quotes ~ Passion & Hard Work

With Valentine's Day around the corner, this inaugural post focuses on the heart: what is it that drives you at work? What's at the heart of your daily "grind"? Maybe you do a lot of behind the scenes work that keep operations running smooth or you're constantly improving process and procedures. Whatever it may be, think about what motivates you and keep focus on these things that you love not just now but at the forefront of each day. This focus will ultimately help guide you through challenges and keep perspective on what is important to you. This collection of related quotes has always been helpful for me.

What's at the heart of your work? What are you passionate about in your current role?

“Experience is a hard teacher because she gives the test first, the lesson afterward.” Vern Law, former pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates

“I do not know anyone who has got to the top without hard work. That is the recipe. It will not always get you to the top, but should get you pretty near.” Margaret Thatcher, former British Prime Minister

Please know that I am aware of the hazards. I want to do it because I want to do it. Women must try to do the things as men have tried. When they fail, their failure must be but a challenge to others.” Amelia Earhart, in her last letter to her husband

“To be successful, the first thing to do is fall in love with your work.” Sister Mary Lauretta

“If you think it’s expensive to hire a professional to do the job, wait until you hire an amateur.”

Red Adair, American oil well firefighter

“Remember, Ginger Rogers did everything Fred Astaire did, but she did it backwards and in high heels.” Faith Whittlesey, American politician, who attributes the quote to Bob Thaves

“No matter what happens, keep on beginning and failing. Each time you fail, start all over again, and you will grow stronger until you find that you have accomplished a purpose – not the one you began with perhaps, but one you will be glad to remember.” Anne Sullivan, instructor to Helen Keller

“…there are two ways to meet life; you may refuse to care until indifference becomes a habit, a defensive armor and you are safe – but bored. Or you can care greatly – till life breaks you on its wheel.” ~ Dorothy Canfield Fisher, American author