Small Business Spark

Congratulations! If you’ve made it this far, you’re probably well on your way to either starting or growing your dream business. The truth is; though, whether your business is big, small, booming or just puttering along, every entrepreneur experiences the inevitable lull. A period where you don’t have quite the same amount of “get up and go” as you did when the idea of starting your business was first born. When moments like these arise, it’s important to not dwell on it, but instead, to stay energized and motivated. We hope this list from entrepreneurs, who have been in your same position, helps revive you to push through to work for your dream.

• “Quality is more important than quantity. One home run is much better than two doubles.” –Steve Jobs

• “It is human nature, as we get older, to look for stability in our lives. But if you want to be a successful entrepreneur, you have to fight against that somewhat. Starting a business requires movement. You cannot stay still.” –Robert Herjavec

• “If people like you, they will listen to you, but if they trust you, they’ll do business with you.” –Zig Ziglar

• “A brilliant idea doesn’t guarantee a successful invention. Real magic comes from a brilliant idea combined with willpower, tenacity, and a willingness to make mistakes.” –Lori Greiner

• “Don’t be afraid to give your best to seemingly small jobs. Every time you conquer one it makes you that much stronger. If you do the little jobs well, the big ones will tend to take care of themselves.” –Dale Carnegie

• “Negativity is a blood-sucking, poisonous, good-for-nothing weed that kills any creative spark you have in business and life. Keep an optimistic attitude no matter what.” –Barbara Corcoran

• “Move out of your comfort zone. You can only grow if you are willing to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new.” –Brian Tracy

• “If people haven’t laughed at your dreams, then you aren’t dreaming big enough. Just keep pushing forward!” –Daymond John

• “It’s very easy to be different, but very difficult to be better.” –Jonathan Ive

• “Whatever the problem, be part of the solution. Don’t just sit around raising questions and pointing out obstacles. We’ve all worked with that person. That person is a drag.” –Tina Fey

• “Great entrepreneurs are not just passionate about their idea, but have enough passion to weather all the obstacles and see things through to the finish line.” –Barbara Corcoran