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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.

I had to work out where I was going, what type of films I wanted to make. For that reason, I decided to choose independent productions, less important roles, and I tried theater, too.

Quotes by Elizabeth Berkley

In my early work, our molecular views of telomeres were first focused on the DNA.

Quotes by Elizabeth Blackburn

If we think of our chromosomes - they carry our genetic material - as being like shoelaces, I work on the plastic tips at the end that protect them.

Quotes by Elizabeth Blackburn

Women of all classes are awakening to the necessity of self-support, but few are willing to do the ordinary useful work for which they are fitted.

Quotes by Elizabeth Cady Stanton

The God of justice is with us, and our word, our work - our prayer for freedom will not, cannot be in vain.

Quotes by Elizabeth Cady Stanton

I've always sought to give opportunities to women, to people who come from a different background, to add diversity to the mix - in that I think it makes our work better.

Quotes by Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi

I truly believe our work is an extension of who we are, and I constantly strive to push myself and my teams.

Quotes by Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi

No clean energy development is complete without extensive environmental protections, and I've been proud to work in a bipartisan fashion with my colleagues in Congress to protect our most precious natural resources.

Quotes by Elise Stefanik

Military spouses serve, too, and it's critical we work together to ensure our country's military spouses have the jobs they need and deserve.

Quotes by Elise Stefanik

There is still much work to be done to help our students secure good-paying jobs and achieve their ultimate goals, and in Congress, I'll continue to support Career and Technical Education programs.

Quotes by Elise Stefanik

Serving our district and military families is a tremendous honor, and as our work continues in Congress, I will continue fighting for a strong national defense.

Quotes by Elise Stefanik

I will continue to work in Congress to support Lyme disease research and education through funding for the National Institutes of Health and the CDC.

Quotes by Elise Stefanik

I think with comedy I get very sort of critical of myself and try and do the best I can and it doesn't come as second nature. I work at those kinds of films. It doesn't mean I can't do...

Quotes by Elisha Cuthbert

In my district, I have a very clear mandate to work across the aisle.

Quotes by Elissa Slotkin

I am a Midwestern Democrat, which I believe means practical, reasonable, willing to work across the aisle and focused on the economy and the middle class, saving the middle class.

Quotes by Elissa Slotkin

Labor Day is a time to recognize and reflect on that work, and for elected officials to recommit to the too-often ignored task of fighting to improve the lives of working families.

Quotes by Elissa Slotkin

I always tell people that this is a really simple deal: Work hard. If you work hard, follow what’s required and set your priorities right, then you can really perform without taking shortcuts. If you’re taking shortcuts, you can’t be...

Quotes by Eliud Kipchoge

I’m confident to say that if you want to grow in a profession, consistency is the key… I’m strict about my work goals and training.

Quotes by Eliud Kipchoge

Thinking positively and confidently changed my life. If you stay consistent and work hard, you can be successful for a long time.

Quotes by Eliud Kipchoge

We have to have workers that will produce more and will stop work when it is not needed.

Quotes by Eliyahu Goldratt

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.