Top 200 Susan C. Young Quotes (2026 Update)
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101. “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

102. “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

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

— Susan C. Young

104. “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

105. “Dignity is pride’s barometer.”

— Susan C. Young

106. “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

107. “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

108. “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

109. “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

110. “Smile generously at others and you may find that their smiles are returned right back to you.”

— Susan C. Young

111. “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

112. “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

113. “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

114. “Many people go through life complaining, whining, and obsessing so much about what they don’t have that they are doing exactly what it takes to block it.”

— Susan C. Young

115. “Even something as simple as ending a sentence with the tone of a question mark rather than a period can diminish a person’s authority and credibility.”

— Susan C. Young

116. “A diamond’s creation requires immense pressure and intense temperatures to reach its highest potential. Without enduring the adversity and pressure of its environment, the diamond would never become the treasure it was meant to be. May the changes you grow through bring incredible value in helping you forge a remarkable and multi-faceted life.”

— Susan C. Young

117. “When you focus on connecting with your truest essence, that spiritual center of love and acceptance, you will reawaken, arrive, and thrive. Every morning you get to reawaken to a new day. And every night as you sleep, you will hopefully experience rest, renewal, and rejuvenation.”

— Susan C. Young

118. “Self-confident people Know that obstacles are only temporary setbacks.”

— Susan C. Young

119. “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

120. “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

121. “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

122. “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

123. “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

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

— Susan C. Young

125. “Since your habits and hygiene will all help you feel great, look great, and improve the quality of your life, isn’t it worth your effort to make them a part of your reality?”

— Susan C. Young

126. “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

127. “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

128. “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

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

— Susan C. Young

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

— Susan C. Young

131. “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

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

— Susan C. Young

133. “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

134. “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

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

— Susan C. Young

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

— Susan C. Young

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

— Susan C. Young

138. “Ask anyone who has ever fallen in love at first sight and they will tell you – their mutual chemistry created an instant attraction. We have all known friends who went on a first date and knew instantly that they would spend the rest of their life with that person. Or, they knew instantly there was no chance because there was no chemistry at all.”

— Susan C. Young

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

— Susan C. Young

140. “It is no longer a matter of IF you have a personal brand – it is a question of “How is it working for you?” Does it best express your intentions, your uniqueness, and your service offering? Is it helping or hindering your progress and success in business?”

— Susan C. Young

141. “You can be dressed to the nines and have it all going on, but if you don’t have shoes to support your look, they can be your undoing. Your shoes should be appropriate, clean, polished, and maintained if you want to make a great impression and fortify your credibility. If your shoes are scuffed, dirty, or worn, clients may wonder what other details you’ve neglected to attend to.”

— Susan C. Young

142. “There are few things more important than being prepared – for an interview, an important meeting, selling your home, a new baby – the list goes on.”

— Susan C. Young

143. “Being culturally aware and respectful of others’ cultures will help you to keep the habit of making eye contact in context. As a matter of fact, in some parts of the world making eye contact can be construed as being exactly the opposite of what I am sharing in these pages. Making a great first impression is always about the specific environment and circumstance, isn’t it?”

— Susan C. Young

144. “When speakers make eye contact with an audience, they will be perceived as being more prepared, more competent, confident, and trustworthy. Eye contact helps to relax the speaker and reminds them that their audience is made up of separate individuals who perceive things differently. Audience response is clearly seen in the expressions of their eyes.”

— Susan C. Young

145. “Your encounters will be more successful when you slow down, pay attention, and become more mindfully aware of the world around you. Heightening your awareness in your social, situational, contextual, orientational, and cultural scenarios will improve your agility as you adapt to new social settings.”

— Susan C. Young

146. “Learn to choose your battles carefully. When you exercise discretion, you will realize that most fights are best avoided. Let those sleeping dogs sleep!”

— Susan C. Young

147. “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

148. “To make matters even more complicated, research has shown that we remember only 25-50 percent of what we hear. This inclination not only compromises our connection with another person, but we can fail to retain vital information. All this evidence demonstrates that it is imperative that we intentionally pay closer attention and strive to become an in-depth listener.”

— Susan C. Young

149. “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

150. “The challenge of being authentic for people pleasers is that we really want people to like and accept us. Being vulnerable, however, requires that we come to terms with the fact that not everyone is going to like us, and that it is okay. Not everyone needs to like us.”

— Susan C. Young