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Great Opportunity Quotes

For the chances worth grabbing with both hands.

A great opportunity rarely announces itself clearly — it often shows up disguised as a risk or an unfamiliar challenge. This collection gathers quotes about recognizing and seizing that moment, closely tied to the idea of a Breakthrough in one's career or life.

In 1998, Nasdaq started a project called Next Nasdaq - or what Nasdaq was going to become - and they decided to handpick some of the up-and-comers. I was chosen as one of the people. It was a great opportunity...

Quotes by Adena Friedman

The massive migration from dumb phones to smart phones is a great opportunity for young companies to take advantage of.

Quotes by Adam Dell

It's a great opportunity when one gets something new to grasp, and I feel we should just grab it.

Quotes by Yami Gautam

I think theater is a great training ground; I think it's a great opportunity to play.

Quotes by Tom Irwin

Breakthrough Quotes

We were bemused, I guess, when we got the call from Hollywood. We didn't know anything about the entertainment industry or even what a casting agency was. But I thought, 'What do I have to lose?' It's not every day...

Quotes by Thomas Horn

The OIC has a huge responsibility and a great opportunity to lift humanity to a higher level of peace and prosperity and to make this planet a better place, not just for your people but for rest of the world.

Quotes by Sushma Swaraj

I wanted to do something raw and raucous and R-rated. But then 'Middle School: the Worst Years of My Life' came to me. One reason I took this movie on is because I saw it as a really great opportunity...

Quotes by Steve Carr

The perfect party for me is having six to 12 people for dinner Friday or Saturday - good, fun friends, a lot of artists. I have a beautiful deck that looks over the canyon and Los Angeles on one side,...

Quotes by Sofia Milos

It is a great opportunity and a great challenge to be a part of Indian team for the World Cup.

Quotes by S. Sreesanth

Chance Quotes

I think we have a great opportunity as fighters and athletes to be good role models. I'm by no means perfect, but I think we can try.

Quotes by Rose Namajunas

I had a great opportunity to be an F1 driver but, on the other hand, I have a great opportunity to become a rally driver with a very good programme.

Quotes by Robert Kubica

Science fiction is the great opportunity to speculate on what could happen. It does give me, as a futurist, scenarios.

Quotes by Ray Kurzweil

Making a transition to the adult acting industry was pretty smooth for me, and I had a great balance and a great opportunity not to do just children shows.

Quotes by Raven Goodwin

I firmly believe that with President Trump in the White House, we have such a great opportunity as conservatives.

Quotes by Ralph Norman

Growth Quotes

I had the great opportunity to work with some of the greatest artists - the Beach Boys, the Temptations, the Four Tops. Otis Redding. Wilson Pickett. Stevie Wonder. So many great singers. And don't forget Clarence Carter!

Quotes by Percy Sledge

I'm pretty excited about the state of TV these days. There's great opportunity for really complicated relationships, in a way that I don't really see as much in movies anymore.

Quotes by Paula Malcomson

When I got a call to do the voice of Johnny in an episode of 'American Dad' titled 'I Can't Stan You,' it was a great opportunity to be a part of a really funny cutting-edge show on television. I...

Quotes by Paul Butcher

I wanted to stay in the Premier League, and Chelsea was a great opportunity for me.

Quotes by Olivier Giroud

I'd never played a cop before, and this particular role with what she is going thru, especially during the first season, covering her alcoholism to her on the job performance, was a great opportunity for me as an actress.

Quotes by Nancy McKeon

Potential Quotes

These ivy league students are in the upper echelon of the college boards and had great opportunity in front of them regardless of where they go to college. Its in their very nature and it is something they expect.

Quotes by Michael N. Castle

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the "Great Opportunity Quotes" page about?
It's a collection of quotes about recognizing and grabbing a meaningful chance, whether that's a new role, an unexpected audition, or a challenging project that changes someone's path.
Do these quotes come from people talking about their careers?
Yes, many reflect on career-changing moments, like landing an unexpected role or being offered a challenge that turned into a defining opportunity.
What's the common thread across these opportunity quotes?
Most of them highlight the idea that a great opportunity often requires taking a risk or stepping outside a comfort zone, closely tied to a Breakthrough moment.
Can these quotes work as motivation before a big decision?
Absolutely — they're well suited for anyone weighing whether to take a leap on a new job, project, or challenge.
Where can I find more quotes about growth and unlocking potential?
Browse our Growth quotes collection for more on progress and possibility.

Several lines also speak to the leap of faith required to say yes to something new, even without knowing where it leads. For more on unlocking what's ahead, browse Potential quotes or explore Growth quotes for further inspiration.