Are you an introvert who is thinking about how I could make it in the business world? Then this collection of Introvert entrepreneur quotes is perfect for you.
It seems as if the world is full of over confident extroverts. It may surprise you to know that there are numerous introverts who have been and continue to be very successful.
You have the qualities needed to become an entrepreneur. It’s time to believe in yourself and follow your dreams. Remember to stay authentic and play to your strengths and qualities.
Introverts are known to be deep thinkers allowing them to strategize and plan ahead.
They have exceptional listening skills so they can understand their client’s needs and build strong relationships.
Focus comes easy to them which allows them to deep dive into one project at a time. They can see various things at once, be innovative and lead to high-quality results.
Introverts are very comfortable working alone and are very self-motivated which is crucial for entrepreneurship.
While introverts may not be known as risk takers, they actually are. They just think things through and analyse things before making their business decisions. This is a huge asset when it comes to risk assessment and risk management.
Motivational quotes for introverts
Here are some quotes from successful well-known entrepreneurs and celebrities who happen to be introverts.
There are so many to choose from it is impossible to list them all here. For more inspiration check out my Introvert Entrepreneur Board on Pinterest where I add more thought inspiring introvert quotes that seem to speak to the introvert mind.
Want to see a list of some of the introverts we know and admire? Go to the end of the page and find out.
“E-mail is far more convenient than the telephone. As far as I’m concerned, I would throw my phone away if I could get away with it.” – Tom Hanks
“Any intelligent fool can make things bigger and more complex.” – Albert Einstein
“People inspire you, or they drain you – pick them wisely.” – Hans F. Hansen
“Beware of those who seek the constant crowds; they are nothing alone.” – Charles Bukowski
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” – Nelson Mandela
“I don’t have time for superficial friends, I suppose if you’re really lonely you can call a superficial friend, but otherwise, what’s the point?” – Courtney Cox
Positive quotes for introverts
“It’s easy to stand in the crowd but it takes courage to stand alone.” – Mahatma Gandhi
“I don’t want to be alone. I want to be left alone.” – Audrey Hepburn
“The most introspective of souls are often those that have been hurt the most.” – Shannon Alder
“I’m ok, you’re ok-in small doses.” – Jonathon Rauch
“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
“Without vision, people perish, and without courage and inspiration dreams die.” – Rosa Parks
“Sometimes good things fall apart, so better things can fall together.” – Marilyn Monroe
“With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
Introvert humour. We just get it!
“The secret to life is to put yourself in the right lighting. For some it’s a Broadway spotlight, for others, a lamp-lit desk.” – Susan Cain
“Genius is patience.” – Isaac Newton
“Confident introverts don’t avoid social situations. They just make wise choices.” – Unknown
“Always, always, always believe in yourself, because if you don’t then who will, sweetie?” – Marilyn Monroe
“In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.” – Abraham Lincoln
“Stand for something or you will fall for anything. Today’s mighty oak is yesterday’s nut that held it’s ground.” – Rosa Parks
“You wouldn’t worry about what others think of you if you realized how seldom they do.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
“Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.” – Albert Einstein
Words to inspire introvert entrepreneurs
“Nothing is impossible, the word itself says I’m possible.” – Audrey Hepburn
“Introverts are more effective leaders of proactive employees. When you have a creative, energetic work force, an introvert is going to draw out that energy better.” – Laurie Helgoe
“There’s a really positive side of being an introvert-you really pick up on things a lot more than your extrovert counterparts.” – Jessica Williams
“Remember, if you need a hand you’ll find it at the end of your arm.” – Audrey Hepburn
“People always tell introverts to be more talkative and leave their comfort zones, yet no one tells extroverts to shut up to make the zone comfortable.”
“I’m an introvert at heart… And show business-even though I’ve loved it so much-has always been hard for me.” – Roy Rogers
“Introverts have layered personalities, and they prefer to slowly unpeel the layers as they bond with people over time.” – Adam S. McHugh
“Fears grow in darkness; if you think there’s a bogeyman around, turn on the light.” – Dorothy Thompson
“Leave nothing for tomorrow which can be done today.” – Abraham Lincoln
Entrepreneur quotes for introverts
There are so many quotes from introverts that are motivational and I keep adding some more to the list. Some of them are inspirational introvert entrepreneur quotes.
“Kindly remove yourself from my personal space. Thanks.” – Gemma Correll
“I’m indecisive because I see eight sides to everything.” – April Kepner
“My alone feels so good, I’ll only have you if you’re sweeter than my solitude.” – Warsan Shire
“Come out of your shell – that noxious expression which fails to appreciate that some animals naturally carry shelter everywhere they go and some humans are just the same.” – Susan Cain
“I want to be alone… with someone else who wants to be alone.” – Dimitri Zaik
“Extroverts get their energy from being around a lot of people, but introverts find large groups draining and require time alone to recharge.” – Sophia Amoruso
“That’s the thing about introverts; we wear our chaos on the inside where no one can see it.” – Michaela Chung
“I am a minimalist. I like saying the most with the least.” – Bob Newhart
A list of some very successful and influential introverts
I think we can all agree the world is a much better place with these people just being themselves and following their dreams.
Albert Einstein
Sir Isaac Newton
Abraham Lincoln
Rosa Parks
Charles Darwin
Nikola Tesla
Steven Spielberg
Eleanor Roosevelt
Larry Page
Marissa Mayer
J.K. Rowling
Nelson Mandela
Mahatma Gandhi
Michael Jordan
Meryl Streep
Elon Musk
Dr. Seuss
Frederic Chopin
Steve Wozniak
Courtney Cox
Audrey Hepburn
Candice Bergen
Keanu Reeves
Heath Ledger
Marilyn Monroe
Ingrid Bergman
Grace Kelly
Clint Eastwood