January 1st, 1989 I opened my doors for business as The Write Direction offering my services as a direct response copywriter. Back then I had no idea that now, 27 years later, I would be an author and speaker sharing all that I’ve learned with others to help them be successful in their businesses.
To celebrate, here are 27 quotes from my book Millionaire Marketing on a Shoestring Budget. Some are my words and others come from those who have inspired me. I hope you too are inspired.
1. “Move out of your comfort zone. You can only grow if you are willing to feel awkward & uncomfortable when you try something new.” – Brian Tracy (Page 25)
2. If something feels outside your comfort zone, think before you decide ‘I can’t do that.’ Going outside your comfort zone can bring great rewards. (Page 25)
3. You deserve to live the lifestyle you’ve dreamed about – one that allows you the flexibility, fun and freedom to do what you love with people you love working with. (Page 27)
4. If I can go from speech pathologist to solopreneur, without a degree in marketing, you too can succeed in pursuing your passion. (Page 30)
5. The highest level of success comes from conviction, commitment and persistence. (Page 30)
6. “If we don’t change, we don’t grow. If we don’t grow, we aren’t really living.” – Gail Sheehy (Page 33)
7. Change opens the doors to new opportunities, relationships and adventures. (Page 34)
8. Don’t wait until your body wakes you up with dis-ease. Have the courage to change. (Page 35)
9. If you’re changing direction in your life- on a new path – hold on, keep up the good work and you WILL achieve your goals. (Page 39)
10. It’s never too late to go for it and pursue your dreams. (Page 39)
11. Now is the time to let your light shine and live your dream. (Page 39)
12. If a speech pathologist can succeed in marketing, I don’t care what career you’re in now, you too can succeed in marketing – as long as you have the desire and are willing to learn. (Pages 39-40)
13. “The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.” – Alan Watts (Page 40)
14. Stay focused, plunge forward with top of mind marketing – you’ll maintain a presence and won’t be easily forgotten. (Page 44)
15. When you have a dream you want realized, instead of pulling back in fear, plow forward with focus. (Page 45)
16. “No marketing succeeds if it can’t find an audience that already wants to believe the story being told.” – Seth Godin (Page 57)
17. “Nothing will work unless you do.” – Maya Angelou (Page 61)
18. “If I have the belief that I can do it, I shall surely acquire the capacity to do it even if I may not have it at the beginning.” – Mahatma Gandhi (Page 84)
19. “Every moment is a moment to learn and to teach.” – Oprah Winfrey (Page 90)
20. “Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.” – Roger Caras (Page 137)
21. “Your list is your bank account, but if you build it on service and relationships, it will be your retirement account.” – Patty Farmer (Page 193)
22. What matters is what’s in your heart and who you are as a person. (Page 215)
23. You know you’re good at what you do, so own your brilliance, share it and let your radiant light shine. (Page 216)
24. “Don’t write to impress; write to share a feeling.” ~Joe Vitale (Page 216)
25. Be confident about who you are, what you have to offer and how you help people. (Page 217)
26. Your attitude and your visible confidence are two qualities that attract people to you. (Page 217)
27. Let your mind be quiet and your heart lead the way. Conquer any fears you may have and go for it. (Page 253)
Which one of these inspirational quotes is your favorite? Have one you’d like to add? Please share it in the comment section below because I’d love to hear from you. Wishing you all the best for a joyful and prosperous new year. Here’s to your sweet success.
