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Tired of scrolling through motivational quotes posts only to find little representation of powerful women? You’re not alone. In the business world and beyond, there are countless incredible women who have shown up, done the work, and inspired others with their vision and determination. To honor their impactful contributions, I’ve compiled a list of 25 quotes by phenomenal female leaders who encourage us all to push harder, speak up louder, and take action on our dreams. I hope these quotes spark the same drive in you.
Motivational Quotes by Female Leaders
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“‘Restore connection’ is not just for devices, it is for people too. If we cannot disconnect, we cannot lead.” – Arianna Huffington
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“I decided I can’t pay a person to rewind time, so I may as well get over it.” – Serena Williams
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“If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, then you are an excellent leader.” – Dolly Parton
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“Finally I was able to see that if I had a contribution I wanted to make, I must do it, despite what others said. That I was OK the way I was. That it was all right to be strong.” – Wangari Maathai
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“Leadership is a series of behaviors rather than a role for heroes.” – Margaret Wheatley
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“I just want women to always feel in control. Because we’re capable, we’re so capable.” – Nicki Minaj
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“The way to achieve your own success is to be willing to help somebody else get it first.” – Iyanla Vanzant
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“Champions keep playing until they get it right.” – Billie Jean King
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“My best successes came on the heels of failures.” – Barbara Corcoran
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“Dreams and reality are opposites. Action synthesizes them.” – Assata Shakur
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“We must believe that we are gifted for something, and that this thing, at whatever cost, must be attained.” – Marie Curie
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“We need to reshape our own perception of how we view ourselves. We have to step up as women and take the lead.” – Beyoncé
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“A leader takes people where they want to go. A great leader takes people where they don’t necessarily want to go but ought to be.” – Rosalynn Carter
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“Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.” – Anais Nin
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“A woman is like a tea bag – you never know how strong she is until she gets in hot water.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
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“The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.” – Ida B. Wells
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“Destiny is a name often given in retrospect to choices that had dramatic consequences.” – J.K. Rowling
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“Because I am a woman, I must make unusual efforts to succeed. If I fail, no one will say, ‘She doesn’t have what it takes.’ They will say, ‘Women don’t have what it takes.’” – Clare Boothe Luce
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“The question isn’t who’s going to let me; it’s who is going to stop me.” – Ayn Rand
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“People think at the end of the day that a man is the only answer [to fulfillment]. Actually, a job is better for me.” – Diana, Princess of Wales
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“You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it.” – Maya Angelou
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“You take your life in your own hands, and what happens? A terrible thing: no one to blame.” – Erica Jong
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“Stop wearing your wishbone where your backbone ought to be.” – Elizabeth Gilbert
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“Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.” – Brené Brown
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“I have learned over the years that when one’s mind is made up, this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear.” – Rosa Parks
These words from trailblazing women remind us of the power we have to take control, make bold moves, and create change. Let their wisdom fuel your journey to success!
