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Quotes by Ethiopian Authors

"The discovery of your purpose (the reason for your existence) generates the passion and dedication it takes to pursue and fulfill it..."

"Every emotion that we experience on a moment-by-moment basis has origin. The origin is a thought (s)."

"It's embarrassing when a leader is clueless about his/her limitations (blind spots) while his/her people are well aware and making fun out of them."

"Don't allow others to put a cap on you. Don't simply agree when someone draws your own finishing line. You're the captain of your destiny!!!"

"Your values define who you truly are. Your true identity is the sum total of your values."

"Many forgiven me for my missteps. I know, I'm BIG mouthed. Thank you for giving me a second chance. Because of you, I also forgive others..."

"One of the reasons that may force you walk away from great opportunities is when your values are keep violated..."

"You're a greatness material! You're great in your own unique ways. Have you found the source of your greatness?"

"I may not like everyone but love all. No one is worthy of occupying my heart. You scored a point, so what? Congratulations. You're forgiven!"

"If one door closes, another opens. As far as you're growing and updating yourself, the world craves to have a piece of you."

"The line between ego and healthy self-esteem is very delicate. We should know when we cross this line, switch side, and become egotistical."

"When people undermine your values, they've strong reasons. For example, they mistaken your passion for excellence as perfectionism..."

"Are you worthy of realizing your dream? If you said yes, there is no short cut. You're going to encounter setback after setback until you realize your dream."

"True determination is betting on your solemn decision regardless of the gloomy realities surrounding the thing you resolved to pursue."

"Serious people make a decision to read your fully story before they write you off. Don't worry about those who don't have time to know you."

"Don't waste your time to appease people who have already stumbled in you because of what you stand for. Respect their decision & move on..."

"We all have sweet spots when triggered, we unleash our potential. Best motivation is when it comes from within. Find your sweet spots and get motivated to accomplish extraordinary things!!!"

"You live in this world once. Let your true and authentic YOU get unleashed. The world is desperately waiting your unique brand unchained."

"Take away your eyes from your past failures, current limitations, and future fears. Be hopeful, believe in yourself, be bold, and move on..."

"Wisdom teaches you when to use your discretion- with whom, what, and when to share your feelings and discernments..."

"People attempt to create association b/n you and your values. Oh, Mary- the girl who is caring; you mean the company with quality products?"

"Pride begins when someone starts to assume that s/he is the custodian of all truths and attempts to be right in all circumstances, which is IMPOSSIBLE!"

"Those leaders who are conscious of theirs and their organization's values are quick to take bold actions than those who aren't yet attuned. And that is why many companies are willing to pay them in millions."

"If you fail to treat the current time you have wisely and with care, it'll judge you tomorrow harshly since it came to you but you mistreated and abused it."

"If we aren't trustworthy to our own words and values, why should we expect others to trust us with their resources, let alone with their lives?"

"Deep inside, you know it. You're trustworthy. Sadly, you may come across untrustworthy. What are robbing your credibility? Find and fix it!"

"Many people desire to be trusted but they don't do things that make them trustworthy..."

"Others may not understand your joy and contentment because of your certainty about who you are and why you exist. Don't waste your time to explain."

"If you closely scrutinize relationships everywhere that struggle, in most cases, it is due to lack of self-awareness of one or both parties..."

"We should invest on our personal development not only to outgrow challenges but also maximize every opportunity that comes on our way."

"Your ability to discern key people in your life and organization before you bring them in saves you lots of time, trouble, and regrets... Watch out!!!"

"Desire is the foundation of our greatness. Without it, we are stranded; we cannot go anywhere. You won't get, what you don't eagerly desire."

"Carefully guard your true self. Let no mistake or error you commit create doubt in you and who you truly are."

"Many of the confusions, conflicts, and disarrays that are rampant in today's organizations, communities, and nations could have been avoided if leaders have solid self-awareness..."

"PROMISING, VOWING...cannot earn us trust. Trust can't be generated overnight. No SHORT CUT! It takes DOING over a very long period of time."

"When you violate the law of growth, your influence winds down, your progress gets arrested, and many more negative consequences..."

"Your true conviction is tested not when everything goes your way but rather when things go wrong..."

"Dream big, envision a glorious destiny, write your own story, and work each day to arrive @ that destiny. You're able!"

"Do you want to know my mindset? I play whether I win or lose if I believe in the play. All in! You've to kill me. I won't tap out :-) lol"

"The world won't be loyal and burden itself to those who are having one skill and talent any longer. Make yourself useful and indispensable..."

"To grow, be humble and ask questions most of the time. When you do so, a wise and smart person sees him/herself in you and treats you with dignity. On the other hand, if you ask questions and try to learn from a shallow and fool person, s/he treats you with contempt and disrespect. Now, you know who is who..."

"Great leaders don't just know the sweet spots of their people. They tap into and unchain the infinite potential imprisoned within their people..."

"Our values have led us where we are in life right now. We can't excel beyond the power behind our values that we have embraced..."

"Personal mastery begins by increasing our awareness about who we truly are, our strengths, limitations... Personal mastery can be achieved not only by being aware but also by controlling what is happening inside and around ourselves..."

"Even if you communicate sincerely and your intentions are upright, if people don't have trust, they speculate your every move..."
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