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Work Quotes

Quotes on the meaning of work.

Several quotes here describe work as a solitary process, one that takes real effort to protect from distraction, while others connect a person's politics directly to the character of their work. Related reading includes Growth Quotes.

In the wake of the United Kingdom's vote to 'Brexit' the E.U., we Europeans will indeed have to rethink how our Union works; but we know very well what we need to work for. We know what our principles, interests,...

Quotes by Federica Mogherini

The E.U. can deliver on its citizens' needs and make its partnerships work only if we all act together - E.U. institutions and national governments, at all levels, united.

Quotes by Federica Mogherini

In international relations, you don't base your work on hope.

Quotes by Federica Mogherini

As it happens in relationships that are open and frank and based on mutual respect, you say things as you think them, and this doesn't mean that you don't work together in a constructive way.

Quotes by Federica Mogherini

It is only when I am doing my work that I feel truly alive.

Quotes by Federico Fellini

My work has always been the thing that justifies my life.

Quotes by Federico Fellini

America's growth historically has been fueled mostly by investment, education, productivity, innovation and immigration. The one thing that doesn't seem to have anything to do with America's growth rate is a brutal work schedule.

Quotes by Fareed Zakaria

I very much want to be in the business of creating content, of doing stories all over the world rather than figuring out what the business model is for 'Newsweek' on the iPad, although that's very important work as well.

Quotes by Fareed Zakaria

The technological revolution at home makes it much easier for computers to do our work.

Quotes by Fareed Zakaria

When you're failing, there's a very powerful incentive to put ideology aside and just do what seems to work.

Quotes by Fareed Zakaria

Work does affect my personal life, as it consumes most of my time. It takes away a lot from my family time.

Quotes by Farhan Akhtar

I think nothing can be taken for granted - be it the fact that you get to work with a certain kind of talent, certain kinds of budgets, or that the audience looks forward to your work.

Quotes by Farhan Akhtar

It does not feel any different being directed by a first-timer as long as I am convinced that the director is passionate about the film he or she is making. If you get a sense of their vision for the...

Quotes by Farhan Akhtar

I am not trained to be a director or an actor. I have learnt everything by watching other people work and studying their work.

Quotes by Farhan Akhtar

A lot of people are liars who I work with; that's a shame.

Quotes by Farrah Abraham

I love football, and I love my work.

Quotes by Fatih Birol

When such acting powerhouses take note of your work and express their appreciation, it is an overwhelming feeling. I could not believe it when Rishi ji tweeted. Then Amitji and Rekha ma'am sent handwritten letters, which I have read more...

Quotes by Fatima Sana Shaikh

I was not getting work, even after auditioning for films. So I started working in a studio as a photographer; I assisted a cinematographer for two ads. I was thinking that I will get into photography or cinematography or assist...

Quotes by Fatima Sana Shaikh

Now that I work as a professional model, I advise people to stay away from any television shows. It's a waste of your time; it's just entertainment. It's not the fashion that we now know.

Quotes by Fatima Siad

I want people to recognize me for the work I do now as a model, and not something I did three years ago.

Quotes by Fatima Siad

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of quotes are on the "Work" page?
These lean toward the thoughtful side of work — the idea that "intellectual work is essentially a lonely process," the belief that one's politics and "the character of his particular work are inseparable," and an image of people unwinding after work all over the world talking about life's bigger questions.
Is there a spiritual angle to any of these?
While these particular quotes are secular, if you're looking for a spiritual perspective on work, see Prayers for that theme.
Do these quotes connect work to personal identity?
Yes, one of the strongest lines here argues that your politics and "the character of his particular work are inseparable" — the idea that what you do reflects who you are. If that resonates, Growth quotes explore a similar idea of work shaping the person.
Is there anything here about effort or persistence?
These specific quotes focus more on the nature and meaning of work than on effort itself, but Effort quotes cover that ground directly.
What about setting goals through work?
For that angle, Goal quotes is the better fit — the "Work" page here is more about the character and process of working itself.

There's also a lighter side - people unwinding after work to talk through life's bigger questions over drinks. See Effort Quotes and Goal Quotes for more on getting things done.