Quotes About Greatness

The first is that much of what we consider valuable in our world arises out of these kinds of lopsided conflicts, because the act of facing overwhelming odds produces greatness and beauty. And second, that we consistently get these kinds of conflicts wrong. We misread them. We misinterpret them. Giants are not what we think they are. The same qualities that appear to give them strength are often the sources of great weakness.

The first is that much of what we consider valuable in our world arises out of these kinds of lopsided conflicts, because the act of facing overwhelming odds produces greatness and beauty. And second, that we consistently get these kinds of conflicts wrong.

Success serves men as a pedestal. It makes them seem greater when not measured by reflection.

Most people define greatness through wealth and popularity and position in the corner office. But what I call everyday greatness comes from character and contribution.

It takes two to make a very great career: the man who is great, and the man--almost rarer--who is great enough to see greatness and say so.

No great thing comes to any man unless he has courage.

You're destined for greatness, " Life said. "But first, I'm going to make you cry.

Count only on those who believe in your dreams, because our greatness comes in our darkest moments

Don't let societies perceptions and opinions define who you are as a person. Where is it written that you cannot be great at more than one thing?

Success isn't always about greatness. It's about consistency. Consistent hard work leads to success. Greatness will come.

The journey of greatness begins in the mind

Legends are born in solitude. Idiots are born in packs.

You want a great life? Well, greatness is on the other side of that fu**ing wall... don't just go over it, go through it! What are you waiting for?

The only way the greatness within you can be awakened is by allowing yourself to dream.

Greatness has a fragrance. Get close to it and that fragrance will arouse your potential.

History narrates stories about great men from the past, write your story now and make history

To create greatness, give away your life for the success of others.

The lonely road to greatness is better than the crowded road to mediocrity.

Stumbling towards greatness is better than sprinting towards mediocrity.

Your success and significance in life is tied to the unleashing of the greatness in you.

Every great soul nurtures strong positive mental power.

In order to bring down the great, you have to be able to reach the stars.

When failure knocks on your door, ignore it.When defeat bangs on your door, lock it.When success knocks on your door, answer it.When greatness knocks on your door, seize it.

Skill is the bridge between success and great success.