Forget about a “case of the Mondays.” Most weeks, it’s Wednesday when you start to wonder why you’re doing what you do.

To get you through hump day with a little more pep in your step, we’ve gathered ten quotes shared by today’s entrepreneurs, influencers, authors, and speakers. Maybe they’ll inspire you to stick with what you committed to, or finally take the leap and follow your passion.

Have a quote you’d like us to feature? Tweet @Bplans, and we’ll add your quote to our list of submissions. 

10 quotes to motivate your inner entrepreneur:

Robin Sharma is the founder of Sharma Leadership International Inc. (SLI), a global consultancy with a single focus: to help organizations develop employees who Lead Without a Title.
Neil Patel is an entrepreneur, investor, advisor and blogger who co-founded CrazyEgg and KISSmetrics.
Russell Simmons co-founded the hip hop music label Def Jam, and created the clothing fashion lines Phat Farm, Argyleculture, and American Classics.
 Sabrina Parsons (@mommyCEO) is the CEO of Palo Alto Software and a mother of 3 helping change the landscape for women in the workplace. 

Darren Hardy is the publisher of SUCCESS Magazine & a mentor to high-performance CEOs.
 Guy Finley is a best-selling author and Director of the Life of Learning Foundation.
Sheri Kaye Hoff is a coach, trainer and bestselling transformational author. She is the creator of the Your Path to Success Club.
 Nicole Donaldson is a Business & Life Enrichment Coach, mentor, educator, and speaker from Australia. 
Lynn Fishman is a nurse and mind-body fitness professional who designs mobile meditation & brain training programs.
 Nick Bilton is a columnist for The New York Times and author of the NYT Best Seller, Hatching Twitter.

Which quote is your favorite? Tell us in the comments below!

AvatarJonathan Michael

Jonathan is the Engagement Marketing Manager for Palo Alto Software, and has spent the last 9 years developing and implementing digital marketing strategies. During that time, he has learned that empathy and authenticity are strengths by which companies can effectively engage with individuals at every point throughout the customer journey.