We love ourselves a good quote and so we asked our community to share their favorite quotes and affirmations with us and we’ve highlighted some below.

Bob Smith | Founder and CEO

Yes, I have followed this quote for 50 years:

If it’s going to be, it’s up to me!

Translation: I have always been confident in my abilities to reach successfully reach my goals! Read more>>

Ojini Arzoumanian | Interior Designer and General Contractor

“Leave every person place or thing better off as a result of your being there.”

Leaving a positive impact on people, places, or things is a meaningful way to live daily. It often involves being considerate, helpful, and respectful in all interactions. Maintaining a higher level of awareness and consciously striving to make positive contributions in various situations can lead to better interactions and outcomes. It reflects a mindful and considerate approach to life, in business both inside and outside the office. Read more>>

Adeva Watkins | Fiber Artist

” A goal is not always meant to be reached; it often serves as something to aim to” Bruce Lee.

Sometimes our goals can seem very far away and we zone in on trying to achieve it and by doing that, we don’t notice the journey. The journey towards a goal can sometimes be just as, I’d not more satisfying. You passed obstacles, you adapted, you did it. Read more>>

Dominique Morgan | Realtor & Registered Nurse

“God didn’t make me better than any other human; I just believe what he tells me,” -Taraji P. Henson. This quote means that I don’t consider myself superior to anyone else. However, I do believe that if I put my mind, energy, and attention towards something, I can achieve it. I trust my intuition, that little voice that guides us through life, which has helped me accomplish what I have so far. We all have a unique reason and purpose for being here, and when we understand that, we align with our purpose. Read more>>

Yuxin Feng | Story Artist

One day, I saw a TED talk video by Reshma Saujani, where she spoke about the importance of teaching girls bravery instead of focusing on perfection. Her powerful quote, “When you learn how to be brave, you can learn how to be imperfect, and it will make you happier. It will make you more successful,” deeply resonated with me and has since become one of my favorite life mottos. Whenever I find myself overwhelmed or intimidated by the challenges and the uncertainties ahead, this quote reminds me that it’s perfectly alright to stumble and fail. What truly matters is that I had the courage to try and give it my all. Read more>>