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Are you an introvert

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 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.

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.


“Email 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

Avoiding telephone and using email
Email is more convenient than telephone

Any intelligent fool can make things bigger and more complex…. It takes a touch of genius – and a lot of courage to move in the opposite direction. – Albert Einstein

Move in the opposite direction to others
Any intelligent fool can make things bigger and more complex

Beware of those who seek constant crowds; they are nothing alone. – Charles Bukowski

quotes that introverts get
Beware of those who seek the constant crowds; they are nothing alone.


It always seems impossible until it’s done. – Nelson Mandela

It always seems impossible until it is done

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

I don't have time for superficial friends
I don’t have time for superficial friends.

Positive quotes for introverts

It’s easy to stand in the crowd but it takes courage to stand alone. – Mahatma Gandhi

Quotes for introverts

I don’t want to be alone. I want to be left alone. – Audrey Hepburn

I don't want to be alone I want to be left alone. introvert quotes. positive quotes

No on can make you feel inferior without your consent. – Eleanor Roosevelt

No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.
No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.

Without vision, people perish and without courage and inspiration dreams die. – Rosa Parks

Introvert quotes to live by
Without vision, people perish, and without courage and inspiration dreams die.

Sometimes good things fall apart, so better things can fall together. – Marilyn Monroe

Sometimes things fall apart so better things can happen.
Sometimes good things fall apart, so better things can fall together.

Introvert humour-we just get it


With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts. – Eleanor Roosevelt

Start each day in a positive way
With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts

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

Introverts quotes to live by
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.

Genius is patience – Isaac Newton

Genius is patience
Genius is patience

Always, always, always believe in yourself. Because if you don’t then who will, sweetie? Marilyn Monroe

Always believe in yourself and all that you can do. Introvert quote.
Always, always, always believe in yourself, because if you don’t then who will, sweetie?

In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years. Abraham Lincoln

It is not the years in your life but the life in your years
In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count . It’s the life in your years.


Stand for something or you will fall for everything.
Stand for something or you will fall for anything.

You wouldn’t worry so much about what others think of you if you realized how seldom they do. -Eleanor Roosevelt

Introvert life quotes
You wouldn’t worry about what others think of you if you realized how seldom they do.

Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new. – Albert Einstein.

Don't be afraid to try new things and make mistakes while you are learning. Quotes to make introverts smile.
Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.

Words to inspire introvert entrepreneurs

Nothing is impossible, the word itself says I’m possible. – Audrey Hepburn

Introvert quote. Nothing is impossible
Nothing is impossible, the word itself says “I’m possible.”

Remember, if you need a hand you’ll find it at the end of your arm. – Audrey Hepburn

Remember, if you need hand there is one at the end of your arm
Remember if you need a hand you’ll find one at the end of your arm.

Leave nothing for tomorrow which can be done today. – Abraham Lincoln

Leave nothing for tomorrow which can be done today.
Leave nothing for tomorrow which can be done today.

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.

“Introverts have layered personalities, and they prefer to slowly unpeel the layers as they bond with people over time.” – Adam S. McHugh

“The most introspective of souls are often those that have been hurt the most.” – Shannon Alder

“Confident introverts don’t avoid social situations. They just make wise choices.” – Unknown

“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.” – TheRockle.com

“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

“I’m ok, you’re ok-in small doses.” – Jonathon Rauch

“People inspire you, or they drain you – pick them wisely.” – Hans F. Hansen

“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. 

  1. Albert Einstein
  2. Sir Isaac Newton
  3. Abraham Lincoln
  4. Rosa Parks
  5. Charles Darwin
  6. Nikola Tesla
  7. Steven Spielberg
  8. Eleanor Roosevelt
  9. Larry Page
  10. Marissa Mayer
  11. JK Rowling
  12. Nelson Mandela
  13. Mahatma Gandhi
  14. Michael Jordan
  15. Meryl Streep
  16. Elon Musk
  17. Dr. Seuss
  18. Frederic Chopin
  19. Steve Wozniak
  20. Courtney Cox
  21. Emma Watson
  22. Audrey Hepburn
  23. Candice Bergen
  24. Keanu Reeves
  25. Heath Ledger
  26. Marilyn Monroe
  27. Ingrid Bergman
  28. Grace Kelly
  29. Clint Eastwood