We all have those moments when a little boost of motivation can work wonders, right? Especially when you’re on the journey to become an entrepeneur or have already started a business!
It’s when imposter syndrome comes to an unwelcome visit, whispering thoughts like, “Can I really do this?” or “Am I even capable?”. It’s during these challenging times that we need a little nudge in the right direction, a gentle reminder of why we embarked on this journey in the first place.
That’s what this post is for 🙌
Get ready to be inspired by 37 empowering quotes and sayings, from incredible business women for female entrepreneurs like you. Let them serve as your powerful reminder that your dreams are well worth pursuing and you’ve got everything you need to keep going!
Motivational & Empowering Female Entrepreneurship Quotes
If people are doubting how far you can go, go so far that you can’t hear them anymore.
– Michele Ruiz
Do the one thing you cannot do. Fail at it. Try again. Do better the second time. The only people who never truly tumble are those who never mount the high wire. This is your moment. Own it.
– Oprah Winfrey
Never forget how wildly capable you are.
– Unknown
I learned to always take on things I’d never done before. Growth and comfort do not coexist.
– Virginia Romerty
I don’t like to lose — at anything — yet I’ve grown most not from victories, but setbacks.
– Serena Williams
I learned to always take on things I’d never done before. Growth and comfort do not coexist.
– Virginia Romerty
I like to say it’s an attitude of not just thinking outside the box, but not even seeing the box.
– Safra A. Catz
If you never try what you want to achive, you’ll never know.
– Unknown
Famous Business Women Quotes + Female CEO Quotes
It’s great to look up to sucessful business women who have already accomplished what you still dream of. Many of them started with nothing and made it to the top. Check our their quotes:
You’ll never do a whole lot, unless you’re brave enough to try.
– Dolly Parton
Ask yourself, what would I do if I weren’t afraid? And then go do it.
– Sheryl Sandberg
The most successful entrepreneurs I know are optimistic. It’s part of the job description.
– Caterina Fake
It’s important to be willing to make mistakes. The worst thing that can happen is you become memorable.
– Sara Blakely
To love what you do and feel like it matters – how could anything be more fun?
– Katharine Graham
Huste Female Entrepreneurs Quotes
A little hustle from time to time can’t hurt, right? As long as we keep the balance! Dive into the hustle mode and see what other women think about it.
Risking is better than regretting.
– Bossbabe
The ones that are successful are the ones that never give up.
– Unknown
The question isn’t who is going to let me; it’s who is going to stop me.
– Ayn Rand
If you’re frustrated because you’re not getting what you want, stop for a second: Have you actually flat-out asked for it? If you haven’t, stop complaining. You can’t expect the world to read your mind. You have to put it out there, and sometimes putting it out there is as simple as just saying, “Hey, can I have that?”
– Sophia Amoruso
Woman in Business Mindset Quotes
Staying on the entrepreneur journey is never easy, and a strong mindset will help you to get going. Shift to a positive perspective and let yourself be empowered by wise words from these strong women.
The most effective way to do it, is to do it.
– Amelia Earheart
Never take no personally. Sometimes people tell you no for a reason that has nothing to do with you. You must keep going.
– Sofia Vergara
Do what you feel in your heart to be right – for you’ll be criticised anyway.
– Eleanor Roosevelt
Women and girls can do whatever they want. There is no limit to what we as women can accomplish.
– Michelle Obama
If your dreams do not scare you, they are not big enough.
– Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
Strong Black Women Entrepreneur Quotes
Let’s celebrate the brilliance and resilience of black female entrepreneurs with these empowering quotes.
When you take care of yourself, you’re a better person for others. When you feel good about yourself, you treat others better.
– Solange Knowles
Even if it makes others uncomfortable, I will love who I am.
– Janelle Monáe
No matter where life takes me there will always be someone who’s threatened by it.
– Franchesca Ramsey
Don’t sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them.
– Madam C.J. Walker
I was once afraid of people saying, “Who does she think she is?” Now, I have the courage to stand and say, “This is who I am.”
– Oprah Winfrey
Inspirational Quotes for (Single) Mom Entrepreneurs
I think every working mom probably feels the same thing. You go through big chunks of time where you’re thinking, “this is impossible – oh, this is impossible.” And then you just keep going and keep going and sort of do the impossible.
– Tina Fey
You can have it all, but you can’t have it all at once. Embrace the different seasons in your career and life.
– Leah Busque
The very fact that you worry about being a good mommeans that you already are one.
– Jodi Picoult
I think moms put a lot of pressure on ourselves trying to balance it all. It’s never going to be perfectly balanced – the sooner you know this, the sooner you can relieve some of the pressure.
– Denise Richards
It’s not wrong to be passionate about your career. When you love what you do, you bring that stimulation back to your family.
– Allison Pearson
When we own our stories, we get to write a brave new ending.
– Brene Brown
Famous Female Quotes about Success
What’s the secret to success? Well, probably there isn’t one, but your own – at least this is what these clever quotes for smart business women tell us.
Success doesn’t come from what you do occassionally, it comes from what you do consistently
– Marie Forleo
There are many things you can do overnight but there is no overnight success.
– Tory Burch
Supporting another’s success won’t ever dampen yours.
– Unknown
You get what you work for, not what you wish for.
– Unknown
Post your own Business Woman Quotes on Instagram
Sharing is caring – and how could you better empower and connect with others than by sharing powerful quotes from strong women? If you’re a female entrepreneur, these Instagram quotes are for you!
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