Success in entrepreneurship is rarely a straight path—it’s filled with twists, setbacks, and surprising wins. In tough moments, sometimes all you need is a spark of inspiration to keep pushing forward.
Whether you’re launching your own venture or looking to elevate your hustle, these video quotes may give you the motivation to stay focused and push through those challenging days.
- “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” – Albert Schweitzer
This quote is a favorite of mine because it flips the usual idea of chasing success for happiness. It’s a reminder that enjoying what you do is at the heart of lasting achievement. Trying to build something just for money rarely ends well. When you actually like the adventure, good results tend to follow.
2. “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” – Walt Disney
I can’t count how many entrepreneurs I know who have fallen into ‘planning paralysis.’ There’s always more to prepare, research, and rethink. But action is what gets things moving. I’ve picked up momentum in my projects by reminding myself to let go of perfection and just get started.
3. “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” – Thomas Edison
This one really strikes home for anyone who’s experienced rejection or a failed launch. It’s tough, but every miss is also new knowledge. Whenever a plan goes sideways, reframing those moments as steps forward helps me stay motivated instead of discouraged.
4. “Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” – John D. Rockefeller
Settling for comfort can hold you back from real growth. This quote gets me to think bigger every time I reach a stable spot and wonder if I should play it safe or go for more. Sometimes letting go of something comfortable opens up even better opportunities.
5. “Opportunities don’t happen. You create them.” – Chris Grosser
Entrepreneurs don’t usually wait for perfect setups. They build their own. Whenever I feel stuck, I remember that being proactive can lead to results. Being persistent in making your own luck is how lots of big businesses get started.
This was such an energizing post — thank you for putting this together! The mix of video + quote + reflection made these success reminders feel big and grounded. I especially resonated with “Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great” and how it nudges you to not settle. That one always pushes me out of my comfort zone. Also, the idea that wins are great but the lessons from failure often teach more — that’s something I’m trying to lean into more lately.
Kiersti
Thank you for posting. It is much appreciated.
So glad you enjoyed the mix of video, quotes and reflection.
John
Really inspiring roundup; these quotes hit a sweet spot between reminding us what matters and pushing us just enough without guilt. Personally, the one from Edison (“I have not failed…”) resonates the strongest. Reframing setbacks into data rather than final verdicts has helped me keep going, especially when I’m working on long-term creative or business goals.
What I also like is how the article balances action-oriented quotes (“quit talking and begin doing,” “create your own opportunities”) with ones about mindset & perseverance. In my experience, motivation alone doesn’t sustain you through the rough patches unless you pair it with realistic structure: routines, small wins, and a willingness to adapt when things don’t go as planned.
I believe success quotes are powerful but only when we internalize them translating them into habits or small actions. Otherwise, they stay just nice words. This article does a good job of giving people fuel; now it’s up to each reader to build the engine.
Slavisa
Thank you for taking the time to post. It is very much appreciated.
Glad you enjoyed the overall balance of the post. I totally agree that success quotes are powerful when it’s followed by action, no matter how small.
John