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Takes Quotes

Short lines on the effort and grit that getting somewhere takes.

These lines circle a single idea: reaching a goal takes repetition, patience, and a willingness to keep showing up. A few speakers describe the practice behind their craft, while others talk about absorbing new skills at their own pace. Compare the theme with Effort for a wider set of hard-work sayings.

Genius is immediate, but talent takes time.

Quotes by Janet Flanner

Inspiration takes many forms, but it's rarely pure.

Quotes by Hilton Als

The illegal we do immediately. The unconstitutional takes a little longer.

Quotes by Henry Kissinger

Creativity takes courage.

Quotes by Henri Matisse

Music is such a problem in the time it takes.

Quotes by Harrison Birtwistle

I want to win, whatever it takes.

Quotes by Guy Martin

It takes energy to get energy.

Quotes by Gretchen Bleiler

I know what it takes to gain a fan.

Quotes by Grace Potter

Time takes all and gives all.

Quotes by Giordano Bruno

It takes 10 million failures to find the right stuff.

Quotes by George Lindsey

I know what it takes to win.

Quotes by Gary Woodland

It takes a lot of money to hire an attorney.

Quotes by Fred Korematsu

Harvard takes perfectly good plums as students, and turns them into prunes.

Quotes by Frank Lloyd Wright

It takes 15,000 casualties to train a major general.

Quotes by Ferdinand Foch

Travel takes a toll on you.

Quotes by Eva Gutowski

Only the mob takes the Fifth.

Quotes by Eric Swalwell

It takes a huge amount of effort to move from a successful high-tech prototype to broader adoption of an imaging technology.

Quotes by Eric Betzig

It takes a lot to wound a man without illusions.

Quotes by Ellis Peters

I never trust anything that can be captured in 2 takes.

Quotes by Eleanor Tomlinson

Change always takes time.

Quotes by Edward Enninful

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Frequently Asked Questions

What theme runs through this Takes quotes collection?
Most lines revolve around the repeated effort and patience needed to reach a goal, whether that's a craft, a sport, or a personal habit.
Why is this phrase popular in quote collections?
"What it takes" is a flexible phrase people reach for when describing perseverance, so it shows up across sports, acting, and everyday self-improvement talk.
Are these quotes about a specific profession?
No single field dominates; the samples span acting, professional sport, and general personal growth, all tied together by the idea of sustained effort.
Is there a quote here about learning at your own speed?
Yes, one line speaks to needing time to absorb new information, a reminder that persistence looks different for everyone.
What other pages pair well with this one?
Try Effort alongside this page for a broader look at grit and determination.

Whether it's mastering a role or simply delivering when it counts, the underlying message stays the same: showing up matters more than talent alone. Pair this page with Decision or Action for related mindsets on getting things done.