Top 200 Susan C. Young Quotes (2026 Update)
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101. “Care enough to take deliberate steps and get ready through thoughtful discipline, research, organization, and effort. It will impress others and give you the winner’s edge to live and give your best.”

— Susan C. Young

102. “People will form impressions, assumptions, opinions, and judgments all within a few short seconds. To make a favorable first impression and make these seconds count, enhance your image by choosing clean, crisp, appropriate attire that reflects confidence and professionalism.”

— Susan C. Young

103. “Dumb luck and flying by the seat of your pants can only get you so far in life.”

— Susan C. Young

104. “Many people associate resolutions with failure because they’ve broken promises to themselves so many times before. They don’t want to fail again, and as a result, they avoid setting goals. For the wise people who do set resolutions, research has shown you are ten times more likely to improve your life when you do. What are you willing to do to make your dreams come true?”

— Susan C. Young

105. “Some people contend that there are no new ideas and everything under the sun has already been created. Thankfully, innovation and regeneration continue to prove otherwise. New and amazing innovations are born every day from the regeneration of ideas and creativity. How can you create something brand new using your current resources?”

— Susan C. Young

106. “Just be Nice. Nice – this little word has a big meaning. Use it generously. Being nice helps people feel emotionally safe, allowing for more authentic, trusting, and happy interactions.”

— Susan C. Young

107. “Somewhere between handling challenges, taking care of business, and juggling responsibilities, you may have lost pieces of yourself which you long to recover. Perhaps they were buried and forgotten long ago. Rediscovering is more than just being reminded of these golden treasures. It is being able to excavate your riches by pulling them out, polishing them off, and allowing them to shine again.”

— Susan C. Young

108. “Whether you are staying in someone’s home as a house guest, attending a dinner party, or visiting a sick friend, when you bring a “hostess gift” or a thoughtful token, you are providing a gesture of kindness which will extend far beyond your visit.”

— Susan C. Young

109. “Being prepared not only reduces our stress level and keeps us from looking stupid, but it builds the confidence that other people have in us that we are dependable, reliable and can be counted upon.”

— Susan C. Young

110. “Steer clear of negativity and set boundaries so that when people bring it on, you can engage your force-field to deflect their distracting energy.”

— Susan C. Young

111. “Would you like to feel a calm confidence when you walk into a room full of strangers, knowing that you can start new a conversation with anyone?”

— Susan C. Young

112. “When you make eye contact with another person, you can send thousands of silent messages without even speaking a word. No wonder eye contact can be both a direct form of communication and an elusive attribute at the same time.”

— Susan C. Young

113. “Grace is an attitude of generosity toward our fellow humans. We are not easily offended and do not look to judge and label others. With a spirit of graciousness, we are amiable, benevolent, and charitable.”

— Susan C. Young

114. “Mirroring and matching works at the sub-conscious level and serves to make the other person feel more “comfortable” and connected to you. These subliminal actions can create a subconscious feeling of unison and connection that demonstrate how much you have in common.”

— Susan C. Young

115. “Being grounded in your lifelong culture and your personal perspective, you are comfortable with the way you see things and may believe it is the best and only way.”

— Susan C. Young

116. “It is generally believed that nearly 40 percent of your first impression will be set from the tone of your voice. Your vocal thermometer can be more impactful than the actual words you use.”

— Susan C. Young

117. “When you feel great about you, personal qualities radiate that make you more attractive and compelling to others.”

— Susan C. Young

118. “It is impressive to see how people work hard to transform their lives, their bodies, and their relationships to become the best version of themselves. Release the layers that weigh you down and hold you back. Release the past and re-emerge to begin your next chapter.”

— Susan C. Young

119. “Dignity is a gracious pride without narcissistic projection. It portrays a calm confidence and awareness regardless of the environment or circumstances.”

— Susan C. Young

120. “Just because you may not feel confident about doing something now does not mean you will not master it later with ease.”

— Susan C. Young

121. “Reconnect to what makes you happy and brings you Joy. If there is something that used to make you happy which you have stopped doing, do it again. Seek to find deeper meaning and significance rather than living on the surface.”

— Susan C. Young

122. “Dignity is pride’s barometer.”

— Susan C. Young

123. “To say your mindset is critical to your success is a gross understatement – it is the underpinning!”

— Susan C. Young

124. “Likened to “still waters run deep,” a dignified person is able to call upon their wisdom and experience to discern a situation and expertly navigate it with grace.”

— Susan C. Young

125. “Rather than waste or eliminate items which you don’t currently use, discover a new way to improve and enjoy their value. What strengths and talents can you repurpose for a new endeavor? How can you re-purpose your thoughts to ensure they help you rather than hinder?”

— Susan C. Young

126. “Put the right people in the right positions to ensure their personal strengths and talents are being utilized and appreciated.”

— Susan C. Young

127. “Communicating on the surface can be easy. But when you want to dig deeper and connect with more profound impact, you’ll need to achieve greater understanding, especially when others have personalities, experiences, needs, and preferences different from your own.”

— Susan C. Young

128. “Doing your homework and being well prepared for appointments is one of the most powerful ways to set yourself apart from your competition to gain and retain new clients.”

— Susan C. Young

129. “If you are lacking confidence in something, just keep trying and don’t give up.”

— Susan C. Young

130. “Emotionally intelligent people think before they speak and exercise discretion.”

— Susan C. Young

131. “Learn to leverage the Law of Cause and Effect to your advantage in positive ways!”

— Susan C. Young

132. “Are you ready to explore what it takes to move beyond where you are to where you want to be? You came to the right place.”

— Susan C. Young

133. “Dignity impacts the quality of your external world in your relationships, communications, and interactions.”

— Susan C. Young

134. “Be a life-long learner. Whether you are seeking to achieve peace and harmony, learn a new technology to do your work faster, or design a strategy to blow your competitors out of the water, retraining is a pivotal way to strengthen your knowledge and realize your goals.”

— Susan C. Young

135. “Does your appearance accurately convey the message of who you are that you are trying to get across? When trying to make an excellent first impression in business but in doubt of what to wear, dress one level up from what is expected – if it’s casual, dress in business casual, etc.”

— Susan C. Young

136. “A genuine smile is your best fashion accessory and the most important thing you can wear.”

— Susan C. Young

137. “When a leader nurtures an environment of trust, respect, and honesty – business soars, creativity and problem-solving are inspired, and collaboration enables people get more done in less time.”

— Susan C. Young

138. “Self-confident people are proud of their accomplishments, but can remain humble without bragging.”

— Susan C. Young

139. “Affirmative words and actions confirm you are on the right path and help you attract what you desire. Whether you are reaffirming a dream, a goal, a previous commitment, or a person, reaffirmations will strengthen your area of focus. Begin reaffirming yourself and others through encouragement, paying attention, listening, and being grateful.”

— Susan C. Young

140. “Prepare for Success. Feel the satisfaction and power of having your act together! Get organized beforehand to get better results. Prior Planning Prevents Poor Performance.”

— Susan C. Young

141. “When we look at our words and deeds in this context, it strengthens our resolve to be incredibly selective. Everything we say and do becomes a part of who we are and how we connect to others.”

— Susan C. Young

142. “In spite of the circumstance, a person who abides in dignity and grace will use the lessons learned as ballast for their ship as they sail through stormy waters – taking the wisdom gained from life and using it to anchor their confidence.”

— Susan C. Young

143. “Share your happiness with others – its contagious!”

— Susan C. Young

144. “Emotionally intelligent people trust their instincts and can identify how certain thoughts, feelings, people, and situations make them feel.”

— Susan C. Young

145. “We continuously make promises and create agreements with ourselves and others. Some of these agreements are mutually beneficial. However, when you realize that things you agreed to in the past are no longer helpful, possible, or relevant, renegotiate. Be invested enough in your situations or relationships for renegotiation to take place.”

— Susan C. Young

146. “We will judge others based on their behaviors with little to no understanding or regard for their beliefs or values – standards we may not know, nor typically see. When we do this, things can be taken completely out of context because we are assessing their behavior against our expectations, which are produced from our own personal value system.”

— Susan C. Young

147. “Knowledge imparts a sense of authority. It will help you stand out and give you an edge over your competition.”

— Susan C. Young

148. “Rapport allows you to create a friendly compatibility and easy companionship which feels comfortable and enjoyable.”

— Susan C. Young

149. “If there is someone whom you would really like to impress, learn as much as you can to be informed, enlightened, and aware of them before you meet.”

— Susan C. Young

150. “Emotionally intelligent people hold themselves accountable for their behavior, failures, decisions, and successes.”

— Susan C. Young