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Quotes on Effort: A curated selection of passionate messages left by great figures and famous people

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To achieve our goals, to live better lives, and to become our ideal selves…

we are tested on our “effort” in many situations.

However, there are times when we grow tired of constantly striving, or when we can no longer find meaning in our efforts.

In this article, we’ve gathered quotes about “effort” from great figures and famous people.

Reading these quotes reminds us that the achievements of those we call geniuses were possible precisely because of their effort.

Take in these powerful messages and put them to use from here on out!

[Quotes on Effort] A curated selection of passionate messages left by great figures and notable people (11–20)

If you can’t even make the effort to study, you’ll fail at everything.Kazlaser

[Quote] Kazlaser: "If you can't even put in the effort to study." #Quote #Quotes #Life #Inspiring #Kazlaser

If you can’t even make the effort to study, you’ll fail at everything. — Kazlaser

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Kazlaser of the comedy duo Maple Chogokin, who is also very active on quiz shows, is known for his intellectual side.

One of his famous quotes is: “If you can’t even make the effort to study, you’ll fail at everything.” For those who struggle with studying, this might be a bit of a painful truth.

There may be things you can do without pushing yourself to study, but when you put effort into studying, your knowledge and learning grow, and so do the things you can do.

If you take your primary role as a student—studying—seriously, the chances increase that you’ll be able to overcome the obstacles you face when you enter society, using what you’ve learned up to that point.

It’s a message from Kazlaser that, to live your life well, you should make the efforts you’re supposed to make.

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Life only comes once, and I think everyone struggles and hesitates over many things when they’re young. But at such times—whether or not you can actually realize what you have in mind—I believe you should take the plunge.NEW!Yoshihide Suga

You only live once. #PrimeMinisterSuga #YoshihideSuga #Quote

Life only comes once, and I think everyone struggles and hesitates over many things when they’re young. But at such times—whether or not you can actually realize what you have in mind—I believe you should take the plunge. NEW! Yoshihide Suga

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In life, it’s wonderful to have goals and dreams.

Continuing to take action toward them may also be a beautiful way to live.

Still, there are times when you may worry whether the goals and dreams you’ve set can truly be achieved.

You might hesitate to take the first step, or stumble along the way.

Even so, Mr.

Suga has left messages that gently embrace you in such moments.

Life is a once-only journey with no turning back.

It might be worthwhile to take on challenges to fulfill your aspirations.

Beyond the path you choose, a world you never even imagined may be waiting.

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Do not neglect your daily preparation so you won’t miss opportunities.Yuto Nagatomo

Yuto Nagatomo's quote collection: 'Words that move you forward'

Do not neglect your daily preparation so you won’t miss opportunities. — Yuto Nagatomo

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Yuto Nagatomo, a professional soccer player who also shines as a member of the Japan national team, drew attention with his exclamation, “Bravo!” But he has also shared a deeper message: “Never neglect daily effort so you don’t miss your chance.” You never know where opportunities lie.

That’s precisely why it’s important to keep putting in the work every day, so that whenever an opportunity comes around, you can immediately raise your hand and say, “All right!” Nagatomo himself is someone who has put in a great deal of effort, which is likely why he holds these beliefs.

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Without experiencing many sacrifices and hardships, one can never know what success truly is.Gandhi

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Without experiencing many sacrifices and hardships, one can never know what success truly is. — Gandhi

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The days of steadily putting in the effort are lonely, and every day can be so hard that you feel like giving up.

They’re also days when you have to make many tough choices.

Yet those very days are the path that leads to success.

These are words with depth and weight.

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No fence reading ‘No entry beyond this point’ can be put up in the face of great ambition, talent, and diligence.Ludwig van Beethoven

Seiji Ozawa Beethoven Symphony No. 5 (Fate)

No fence reading 'No entry beyond this point' can be put up in the face of great ambition, talent, and diligence.Ludwig van Beethoven

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In life, there are no limits before those who set lofty goals and keep learning.

Even as he lost his hearing, Beethoven continued to compose and created numerous masterpieces; he was a man of perseverance and effort.

The masterpieces and famous words he left behind, born through overcoming hardship, will continue to resonate in people’s hearts forever.

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An athlete who touts their practice by saying “I’m working hard” cannot be called first-rate.Shigeo Nagashima

Shigeo Nagashima’s quote: A player who advertises their practice by saying “I’m working hard” cannot be called first-rate. #Short

An athlete who boasts about their training by saying, “I’m working hard,” cannot be called first-rate. — Shigeo Nagashima

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These are the words of Shigeo Nagashima, who was a legendary home run hitter during his playing days and later excelled as a manager.

In any field, top-tier people put in the effort.

He teaches us that effort isn’t a selling point—it’s a given.

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Quotes on Effort: A curated selection of passionate messages left by great figures and famous people (21–30)

The best way to pave the road to success is through effort and diligence, and by focusing on what is going well rather than on what isn’t.NEW!

Successful people keep working harder than anyone else and repeat trial and error.

While acknowledging failures as failures, they never lose the positivity needed to reach their goals.

This famous quote by President Trump teaches us the need for steady effort and the importance of thinking positively.

Continuing to make an effort is tough, and it’s painful when hard work doesn’t lead to results.

At such times, believe in the self that has worked so hard up to now, and recall your past successes.

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