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21 of Our Favorite Paulo Coelho Quotes

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Paulo Coelho is best known for his novel, The Alchemist which has sold over 80 million copies worldwide making it one of the best selling books in history. It is defintely one of my all time favorite books. One that I find myself re-reading every year or two. What is so amazing about The Alchemist is that each time I read it, it speaks to me a little differently depending on whats going on in my life. Paulo Coelho’s books explores the most fundamental of human experiences and relationships.

Choosing my favorite Paulo Coelho quotes was not an easy task. There are literally hundreds that are more than worthy of being included on this list. I decided to choose the ones that have the most meaning to me right now in my life. Paulo Coelho quotes are filled with great advice, wisdom and life lessons to help guide you through the obstacles, and challenges of everyday life.

I hope you find as much meaning in these Paulo Coelho quotes as I do. Continue reading »

Top 10 Magic Johnson Quotes

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Magic Johnson is not only one of the greatest basketball players to step on the hardwood, but his infectious smile, positive attitude, determination and courage show that if you want something bad enough and put your mind to it anything is possible.

We hope you enjoy these inspirational and motivational Magic Johnson quotes. Please share your favorite Magic Johnson quotes in the comments below.

  1. You don’t have to be Magic to be special. You’re already special, you’re you
  2. Ask not what your teammates can do for you. Ask what you can do for your teammates.
  3. You’re the only one who can make the difference. Whatever your dream is, go for it.
  4. I’m a big believer in dreaming. If you don’t dream it, you can’t become it.
  5. I’m at peace with myself. The main thing is not letting people dictate what I do or what I am.
  6. When you are a successful business person, you are only as good as your team. No one can do every deal alone.
  7. I never think that there’s something I can’t do, whether it’s beating my opponent one on one or practicing another hour because something about my game is just not right.
  8. To me, everything is wonderful. Life is wonderful.
  9. Life doesn’t stop because something happens to you.
  10. Just celebrate the life you had, not the life you could’ve had.

For more Magic Johnson inspiration, check out his books “My Life” and “32 Ways to Be a Champion in Business“.

Top 10 Hero Quotes

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This Memorial Day, in honor of all the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces here are our top 10 hero quotes. Continue reading »

If You Don’t Ask, The Answer Is Always No

If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it. If you don’t ask, the answer is always no. If you don’t step forward, you’re always in the same place.— Nora Roberts

Watch what happens when lifelong Billy Joel fan, Michael Pollack, ask his idol during a Q&A at Vanderbilt University for the opportunity to accompany him on his favorite song “New York State of Mind.”

Top 10 Inspirational Vince Lombardi Quotes

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Vince Lombardi is considered one of the greatest football coaches in the history of the game. He won 2 Super Bowls as the coach of the Green Bay Packers and the NFL’s Super Bowl trophy is named in his honor. Lombardi is also recognized for his inspirational and motivational quotes and speeches that are often cited by other coaches and speakers that apply both on and off the football field. Just in time for the Super Bowl this year, here are our top 10 inspirational Vince Lombardi quotes. Continue reading »

Top 10 Martin Luther King Jr. Quotes

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In addition to leading the fight for equality and his many other contributions to society, Martin Luther King Jr. is remembered for inspiring people through his words. In honor of MLK Day, here are our top 10 Martin Luther King Jr. quotes. Continue reading »

Top 10 Inspirational Coach John Wooden Quotes

Coach John Wooden was not only known as the most successful college basketball coach but also well known for his inspirational and motivational quotes and simple life lessons. On what would have been his 102 birthday, here are our top 10 favorite inspirational and motivational John Wooden quotes. Continue reading »

Top 10 Inspirational Steve Jobs Quotes

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In memory of Steve Jobs passing one year ago today, here are our top 10 favorite inspirational Steve Jobs quotes from over the years. Continue reading »

Top 10 Inspirational Quotes from Olympic Athletes

With the Olympic Games in full swing, it’s tough not to get caught up in the excitement of your country winning and the camaraderie of all of the athletes coming together to culminate years of hard work and dedication.  So, who better to motivate and inspire than some of the greatest Olympians of all time. Here are some of our favorite inspirational quotes by them. Please feel free to share yours. Continue reading »

Top 10 Ways to Motivate Yourself and Reach Your Goals

Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude.
—Thomas Jefferson

The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack in will.—Vince Lombardi

A few weeks ago, I was having lunch with an old friend and he mentioned that he has been trying to motivate himself to accomplish a goal, but was feeling lazy and unmotivated. After he told me what his goal was, we discussed what he could do to light a fire under his behind, and feel motivated again. Within a few minutes, we had listed off a bunch of ideas that we felt could help motivate him and get him back on the road to accomplishing his goal.

We all have been there at one time or another, so here are the top 10 ways to motivate yourself that we came up with: Continue reading »