Quotes on Effort: A curated selection of passionate messages left by great figures and famous people
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!
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Quotes on Effort: A Curated Selection of Passionate Messages from Great Figures and Famous People (41–50)
It takes time for effort to show results. Many people get bored, waver, and give up before then.Henry Ford
Henry Ford (1863–1947) was an American entrepreneur and the founder of the Ford Motor Company.
No matter how hard we try, when we can’t achieve results, we may feel like giving up along the way.
When you think it might be time to quit, this is the moment to remember these words.
Quotes on Effort: A curated selection of passionate messages left by great figures and famous people (51–60)
Those who do not advance will surely retreat, and those who do not retreat will surely advance.Yukichi Fukuzawa
Even if results don’t show up right away, if you stop there, that’s the end.
But if you keep going little by little without giving up, you’ll surely succeed.
I want to believe that if we move forward slowly, without rushing, even step by step, we’ll look back and realize we’ve come a long way.
If you keep putting in the effort over enough time, there’s nothing you can’t accomplish.Helen Keller
Helen Keller (1880–1968) is known as the “Miracle Worker” for overcoming the loss of her sight, hearing, and ability to speak in childhood and living with remarkable strength.
She teaches us that achieving anything depends on the accumulation of how we live each day.
We must win/earn every single step ahead of us.Florence Nightingale
This quote by Florence Nightingale teaches us the mindset needed to achieve our dreams and goals.
In a world full of temptations, it can be very difficult to keep putting in the effort.
We tend to think, “I can do it tomorrow,” or “Skipping a day is fine,” don’t we? However, if we can’t do the one task right in front of us, we’ll never reach our dreams or goals—because each and every one of those tasks matters.
Remember: to fulfill high ideals, we must devote ourselves to steady daily practice.
If you think you can, you can; if you think you can’t, you can’t. This is an unshakable, absolute law.Pablo Picasso
Pablo Picasso is known as a painter whose style kept shifting from one phase to the next.
Looking at his works The Old Guitarist, Les Demoiselles d’Avignon, and Dove, you might even wonder, “Were these really painted by the same person?” Perhaps he had a curious nature that compelled him to try things whenever something caught his interest.
Here are some words Picasso left us.
Just as he changed his style as he wished, you too can surely become anything.
But if you decide on your own that you cannot, then you won’t.
So believe that you can, and keep moving forward.
The mental strength to endure—to dig in with “One more step!” the very moment you think “I can’t go on”—cultivates an unbeatable power to overcome anything.Taihō Kōki
In the world of competition, you either win or lose.
In sumo, that contest can be over in an instant.
In such moments, there are times when you feel it’s all over.
But through this famous quote, Taiho teaches us that what matters is what comes next.
If you can take just one more step when you think you can’t, if you can endure, the moment that leads to victory may arrive.
A strong heart that never gives up, no matter the circumstances, is the key to drawing victory closer.
It’s a quote to remember especially when you’re in a do-or-die, on-the-edge situation.
I will defeat geniuses through hard work.Kisenosato Yutaka
The reason these words are passed down as a famous quote is likely because he actually earned the rank of new Yokozuna through hard work.
In the Spring Grand Sumo Tournament, where he challenged for the new Yokozuna, Kisenosato suffered an injury, yet he still pulled off a stunning come-from-behind championship.
These words are what he left in his junior high school graduation anthology.
He was a man of effort even back then.
His disciples have said that he was someone who never skipped practice no matter what.
He also said at a lecture at his alma mater that if you work hard, the way will open.
This quote is surely the best encouragement for anyone.