Weekly Inspiration

Each week we will feature a quote on this page that is memorable and inspiring and which gets to the heart of an important truth about how to achieve success.

August 2009 Archive

31st August Quote of the Week

If I have seen further than others, it is because I have stood on the shoulders of giants. 

This quote is from Isaac Newton, one of the greatest scientists in history.

The quote underlines the importance of learning and keeping up to date with the latest developments in our field.

Learning from others is essential if we are to make the most of our potential and achieve success in our careers.

24th August Quote of the Week

You must be the change you wish to see in the world. 

This quote comes from the spiritual and political leader Mahatma Gandhi.

When we see injustices in the world and things that we find unacceptable, then it is up to us to try to help change things.

We should ask ourselves how we can contribute to making things better and what actions we can take to help bring about positive change.

We are all members of society and we all have responsibility for the standards and quality of life that our society supports.

17th August Quote of the Week

There can be hope only for a society which acts as one big family, not as many separate ones. 

This quote comes from Nobel Peace Prize winner and former President of Egypt Anwar Sadat.

It emphasises our responsibility to act in a way that is beneficial to all and not just in what might appear to be our own personal interests.

When we reach out to others, we create a society that is just and fair, something that we will all benefit from.

10th August Quote of the Week

Bad friends prevent you from having good friends. 

This is an old African proverb which underlines the negative effects of mixing in the wrong company.

It is important that we choose our friends wisely and that we mix with decent people who have good values.

The values of those around us will influence us and studies have shown that the company we keep is one of the most significant factors in determining how well our lives turn out.

3rd August Quote of the Week

The time is always right to do what is right. 

This quote comes from Martin Luther King Jr., the inspirational civil rights leader.

Studies have shown that one of the keys to living a happy and fulfilling life is to live according to good values.

Although unethical behaviour might sometimes appear to be rewarded in the short term, it very quickly leads to unhappiness. Living by our principles is essential if we are to find true success.