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Competition Quotes

On rivalry, self-competition, and contests both small and large.

Competition appears here at very different scales - a mayor comparing notes with neighboring cities, and the old idea that the only competition worth taking seriously is with yourself. See also Best quotes.

I've always believed that competition is good for consumers and good for businesses.

Quotes by Jim Pattison

No, there's not much competition between puppeteers in general because everybody's working their own style.

Quotes by Jim Henson

I've never felt any sense of competition with anybody, and we're all friends; we're all good friends.

Quotes by Jim Henson

The Premier League is a competition with very quick football.

Quotes by Jesus Navas

During 'Idol,' I wasn't expecting anything. I just wanted to survive the competition, but my album and my music are a big part of who I am. Hopefully it translates well and I keep growing as an artist.

Quotes by Jessica Sanchez

People who aren't perhaps that into sport are going to be following me and wanting to be part of the Olympics. That definitely does bring added pressure but as an athlete the Olympics are the ultimate competition.

Quotes by Jessica Ennis-Hill

After my first day of competition I put on compression socks. They help me recover for the next day.

Quotes by Jessica Ennis-Hill

Friendships born on the field of athletic strife are the real gold of competition. Awards become corroded, friends gather no dust.

Quotes by Jesse Owens

Television has always been our No. 1 competition. But I know firsthand that you can create an experience you can't get on television. I also know that the social experience has an appeal.

Quotes by Jerry Jones

The Christian market has less competition and lower standards.

Quotes by Jerry B. Jenkins

A lot of it had to do with when it's released and what's out in the marketplace, what's its competition.

Quotes by Jerry Bruckheimer

If there's unemployment, having the government help reduce that unemployment, increase employment directly is a pretty good idea. It's not driving out competition; it's not crowding out.

Quotes by Jeremy Grantham

I have great artistry, I can spin well, I have good footwork, and I can jump. I can do the quad jump, and I've done it multiple times in competition. It's definitely a jump that I have in my arsenal....

Quotes by Jeremy Abbott

Reality is a genre that seems to be here to stay. I don't know how many of the new shows will last, but the more competition you have, the harder that pie is to slice up.

Quotes by Jeff Probst

Since 2000, it's been a privilege and honor for me to be on the competition committee. And our main focus... is player safety.

Quotes by Jeff Fisher

Competition is good for consumers. It provides more choices at better prices.

Quotes by Jeb Hensarling

But we're all so different, we're different ages; we're not vying for the same roles. There's no competition, there's really kind of a sisterhood, on and off the set, you know?

Quotes by Jeanne Tripplehorn

Instead of focusing the traditional planning cycles where companies benchmark their businesses against existing competition, teams need to be developed to foster internal change and disruption. Self-disruption is akin to undergoing major surgery, but you are the one holding the...

Quotes by Jay Samit

It's very difficult to get recognized in Bollywood. There are so many talented singers and so much competition.

Quotes by Javed Ali

Healthy competition is very important in any industry. It keeps you on your toes and helps you grow.

Quotes by Javed Ali

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the central idea in these competition quotes?
One quote reframes competition as an inward challenge rather than a rivalry with others: "The only competition worthy of a wise man is with himself." It suggests that self-improvement matters more than beating other people. For more on that mindset, see Better quotes.
Is there a quote about competition between cities or places?
Yes - one quote comes from a mayor's perspective: "Obviously as a mayor, I'm in competition with my neighboring cities as well as cities around the country," treating competition as a practical, ongoing part of local governance.
Does any quote touch on international competition?
Yes. One quote discusses the "Sino-American competition," noting it involves "two significant realities that distinguish it from the Cold War." It's presented here as a factual observation on international relations.
Is competition linked to conflict over resources in these quotes?
Yes - one quote connects the two directly, noting that conflicts, "whether those conflicts are local, whether they are regional or global," are often about "the management, the distribution of resources." It frames competition as something that can escalate when resources are scarce.
Where can I find more quotes about striving to be the best?
Take a look at Always quotes, Best quotes, and Good quotes for more on ambition and self-improvement.

A couple of quotes widen the lens further, discussing competition between nations and the resource conflicts behind many disputes. Related pages: Better quotes and Good quotes.