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Jun 21,2025
Feeling stuck in your job search? Thinking about a career change? Or just need that extra nudge to help you push through the challenges of 9-to-5 life? No matter where you are on your career journey, a few words of encouragement can help you refocus and stay on track.
We’ve rounded up some of the most powerful and timeless career quotes from leaders, thinkers, and innovators to inspire action and confidence. Save your favourites, print one out, or make it your desktop wallpaper—let these words remind you of your potential and the importance of perseverance, passion and purpose.
– Robert H. Schuller
– Paulo Coelho
– George Lucas
– Sheryl Sandberg
– Johnny Carson
– Katharine Whitehorn
– Walt Disney
– General George Patton
– Frank Sinatra
– Mark Twain
– Confucius
– Mae Jemison
– Stephen Covey
– Eleanor Roosevelt
– Yogi Bhajan
– Les Brown
– Beverly Sills
– George Eliot
– Theodore Roosevelt
Motivation is powerful—but so is taking the next step. If these quotes have lit a spark, now’s the time to fuel that momentum. Whether it’s going back to study, changing industries, or just building new skills, your next move starts with the right information.
Your goals are worth chasing—and with the right mindset and support, they’re absolutely within reach.
Jenny found her way with words while interning during uni, since, she's produced articles on it all – from hair and beauty to homewares, travel, career advice and study tips. On a weekend you're most likely to find her lining up for a table at the latest cafe or restaurant.