15 Inspiring Simon Sinek Quotes That'll Teach You How To Be An AMAZING Leader

We all have our moments where we scream to the sky, “Why?! Why did I say that really idiotic thing to that hot guy?" Wait, you don’t do that? Neither do I. 

...OK, I totally have. I mean, I think we can all agree that we aren’t all 100 percent confident 100 percent of the time, right?

Sometimes it’s a bad relationship, friendship, or your boss is such a total asswipe that you kind of want to send them an envelope full of glitter when they’re wearing their Sunday best. It’s cool, I get it. But it doesn’t always have to be that way.

We need to take charge of our lives by grabbing our inner strength by the balls and moving forward, making changes, and living life to the fullest. However, we can always use a little motivation.

That’s where Simon Sinek comes in. Simon is a British author living in the U.S. (with a slight accent, which makes his words sound even smarter!) and is a successful motivational speaker. Born in Wimbledon, England in 1973, as a child, he traveled and lived in Johannesburg, Africa, London, England, and Hong Kong. 

He attended London's City University where he studied law bug he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Cultural Anthropology from Brandeis University. This guy can do it all!

On his personal site Start With Why, he states, "Described as 'a visionary thinker with a rare intellect,' Sinek teaches leaders and organizations how to inspire people. With a bold goal to help build a world in which the vast majority of people go home every day feeling fulfilled by their work, Sinek is leading a movement to inspire people to do the things that inspire them."

His TEDTalk “How Great Leaders Inspire Action” happens to be the third most popular presentation, EVER. But if you don't have time or you're sitting at your desk reading this hiding from your boss, here are some not-so-usual inspirational quotes. That's right, these Simon Sinek quotes are just what you need to give yourself a confidence boost.

If you're searching for the best quotes and memes to share with the people you love (or just want to feel inspired yourself) ... look no further! From the sweetest love quotes, inspirational sayings, and hilarious relationship truths, we've got you covered.

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"Don't quit. Never give up trying to build the world you can see, even if others can't see it." —​ Simon Sinek

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"There is no decision we can make that doesn't come with some sort of balance of sacrifice." —​ Simon Sinek

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"The challenge of the unknown future is so much more exciting than the stories of the accomplished past." —​ Simon Sinek

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"Panic causes tunnel vision. Calm acceptance of danger allows us to more easily assess the situation and see the options." —​ Simon Sinek

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"I find, when you're an optimist, life has a funny way of looking after you." —​ Simon Sinek

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"A friend is an emotional bond, just like friendship is a human experience." —​ Simon Sinek

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"If you want to be a great leader, remember to treat all people with respect at all times. For one, because you never know when you'll need their help, and two, because it's a sign you respect people, which all great leaders do." —​ Simon Sinek

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"The big picture doesn't just come from the distance; it also comes from time." —​ Simon Sinek

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"If you can clearly articulate the dream or the goal, start." —​ Simon Sinek

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"Every one of us has the capacity to lead." —​ Simon Sinek

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"Though there are lessons that can be learned about becoming a great leader, most exist inherently in the bellies of those who lead." —​ Simon Sinek

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"Babe Ruth was not afraid to strike out. And it was this fearlessness that contributed to his remarkable career." —​ Simon Sinek

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"No matter when or where, always bring your 'A' game, because you never know when it will open doors for you." —​ Simon Sinek

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"There are only two ways to influence human behavior: You can manipulate it, or you can inspire it." —​ Simon Sinek

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"Finding 'why' is a process of discovery, not invention."

 —​ Simon Sinek