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Fired Quotes

On losing a job and staying fired up anyway.

These fired quotes speak to the sting of losing a job, from television roles to record deals, and the enthusiasm some hold onto regardless of the blow. See our Because quotes for related reflection.

I actually got fired from 'The O.C.'

Quotes by Wilson Bethel

If you aren't fired with enthusiasm, you will be fired with enthusiasm.

Quotes by Vince Lombardi

My A&R at Epic got fired the first week I got signed.

Quotes by Travis Scott

Eventually I became involved with somebody, and I was fired.

Quotes by Tommy Kirk

About Quotes

It disturbs me to see a football coach fired.

Quotes by Sid Gillman

Most actors have been fired during their career.

Quotes by Robert Morse

Rockets fired by the Taliban generally aren't guided.

Quotes by Richard Engel

I am still in shock and awe at being fired.

Quotes by Peter Arnett

I was fired by 'America's Next Top Model' on my birthday.

Quotes by Paulina Porizkova

Actually Quotes

It's definitely a tough blow to your morale to get fired.

Quotes by Nina Jacobson

I'm fired up about TV converter boxes.

Quotes by Mike Gallagher

I'd been fired by CBS News in a semipublic way, and as the months went by, there was a perception that I was damaged goods.

Quotes by Mika Brzezinski

In my experience, people are usually fired for reasons having to do with budgetary constraints, incompetence or not fulfilling the terms of a contract.

Quotes by Michael Shermer

I've been fired five times for having a bad attitude.

Quotes by Meg Rosoff

Because Quotes

Sometimes I wish I could get fired.

Quotes by Matt Stone

Firstly, we have personnel records of persons we hired, persons we fired, reasons we fired them and so forth. These records have nothing to do with the assassination of the president and, therefore, ought to remain in the files.

Quotes by Louis Stokes

I've never been fired in my life.

Quotes by Kara DioGuardi

My cheerleader part in 'Fired Up!' is really funny.

Quotes by Julianna Guill

If you've got to get fired, it's really fabulous to get fired with a friend.

Quotes by Jorja Fox

Get Quotes

You can get fired from any job at any time.

Quotes by Jorge Garcia

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of experiences do these fired quotes cover?
They range from being let go from an acting role or a record deal to the general morale hit that comes with losing a job, so the topic spans entertainment and everyday work alike.
Is there a positive spin on getting fired here?
Yes, one quote plays on the idea of staying enthusiastic even after being let go, suggesting drive doesn't have to disappear along with the job.
Do any quotes mention getting fired from a specific show?
One does, describing being let go from a TV series by name, which grounds the topic in a real entertainment-industry experience rather than an abstract idea.
Does this topic only cover the music or TV industry?
Mostly, based on the sample content, though the feeling of a damaged morale after a firing is framed broadly enough to apply to almost any workplace.
How does this topic relate to Because quotes?
Explanations for why someone lost a job or moved on often lean on reasoning and cause, which is why our Because quotes pair naturally with this one.

Whether it's a morale hit or a lesson learned, being let go shapes how people talk about their careers afterward. Explore our Actually and Get quotes for more career moments.