Top 200 Susan C. Young Quotes (2026 Update)
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151. “Emotionally intelligent people trust their instincts and can identify how certain thoughts, feelings, people, and situations make them feel.”

— Susan C. Young

152. “Even if what you’re preparing for does not happen, your efforts aren’t for naught. With preparation comes knowledge of each situation, as well as the confidence to handle every new encounter with more grace and ease than the time before.”

— Susan C. Young

153. “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

154. “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

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

— Susan C. Young

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

— Susan C. Young

157. “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

158. “A life lived well, or poorly, uses our resources to such an extent that it can weaken many areas which were once strong. Simply from wear and tear, we may tire and need to be re-fortified. Seek ways to re-strengthen so that you may perform at higher levels and increase your endurance to enjoy a life you love.”

— Susan C. Young

159. “With awareness and practice, even the most awkward people can learn how to be both fluid and purposeful in their bearing.”

— Susan C. Young

160. “Without proper readiness, we’re subject to a ‘flub,’ or a costly mistake which might have been easily prevented with some simple homework beforehand. Failing to do so deteriorates credibility and reputation, leaving us vulnerable to an unfavorable impression.”

— Susan C. Young

161. “We’ve all been in the middle of a conversation and the person with whom we are speaking breaks eye contact, appears distracted, glazes over, or looks elsewhere. Their simple eye movement can quickly break down communications by making us feel ignored, dismissed, or rejected. For some, it may be accidental and unintentional, while for others, avoiding eye contact is on purpose.”

— Susan C. Young

162. “Even if you’re not broadcasting your personal life to the universe through social media, choose your confidants wisely and with discretion. Your ability to keep your personal details close to your vest will encourage others to feel that you are trustworthy enough to be trusted with their personal details.”

— Susan C. Young

163. “Although you may not be able to physically rewind your experiences, a visual rewind may reveal aspects which you may have missed the first time around. By mentally rewinding scenarios for your life, relationships, experiences, and behavior, you can look back with focused attention to see things more objectively.”

— Susan C. Young

164. “What steps can you take to prepare before meeting others to ensure that when you do show up, you are bringing your very best to the table?”

— Susan C. Young

165. “Preparation will not only fortify your confidence to approach life from a position of strength, but it will impress other people as well.”

— Susan C. Young

166. “The irony is that their enthusiasm for personal revelation can backfire badly and have the opposite effect. People become their own worst enemies and don’t need anyone else’s help in making themselves the brunt of gossip, judgment, and ridicule. A person who overshares demonstrates a lack of dignity, maturity, and discrimination, and it may also be a strong indicator of self-absorbed narcissism and exhibitionism.”

— Susan C. Young

167. “Is there something which you have lost and miss terribly? Would the quality of your life improve if you regained it? Would it make you happier or healthier? Would you be more effective, efficient, or productive if it came back? If there is something which once was and you yearn for its return, find ways to regain its presence and place in your world.”

— Susan C. Young

168. “Reconciling is about cleaning out your psychic closet. Do you have unresolved issues which are draining your reserves, causing hurt feelings, filling you with regret, or taxing your tenacity? Reconciling can allow you to move forward with acceptance and surrender, rather than berating yourself for what cannot be changed. Are you ready to enjoy peace?”

— Susan C. Young

169. “Practice positive and affirming self-talk.”

— Susan C. Young

170. “Whether it is in a sales situation, love at first sight, a husband and wife having an important conversation, a parent disciplining a child, or a teacher instructing her students, eye contact is a powerful body language for enriching engagement, focus, and communication.”

— Susan C. Young

171. “Being prepared and sharing your knowledge earns the confidence of those who are interviewing you, depend on your expertise, or seek you out for solutions, answers, or presentations.”

— Susan C. Young

172. “Proven professionals know that by focusing on quality, you can’t lose with the classics and your clothes will last longer. It’s not about having expensive clothing, it is about having style.”

— Susan C. Young

173. “Consider how others may feel about you before, during, and after talking. Are you projecting an attitude that results in others feeling accepted and welcome? Are you encouraging people to speak and engage with you through your approachability?”

— Susan C. Young

174. “As with most things in life, a healthy balance will keep us on the right path. To avoid too much eye contact or too little, seek to create a comfortable mix. It is generally encouraged to use more eye contact when you are listening and less when you are speaking.”

— Susan C. Young

175. “Think of the communication that takes place in your own life on a continuous basis – at home, at work, with friends, and beyond. When you actively listen to people, you enhance communication.”

— Susan C. Young

176. “Whether it is through products or services, being a problem solver builds loyalty and confidence. What can you resolve for yourself and others? Do you have a challenge that seems impossible or unsolvable? With the root word being “solve,” resolve is one of your best friends for overcoming obstacles and being a solution specialist.”

— Susan C. Young

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

— Susan C. Young

178. “Self-confident people are mindful about spending their time, energy, and interests on things that truly matter.”

— Susan C. Young

179. “Begin by asking yourself if you are currently showing up to your life, your business, and your relationships in a way that is cultivating an extraordinary life.”

— Susan C. Young

180. “Like it or not, how we each present ourselves to the world, by way of our appearance, attire, behavior, and speech, all send messages on our behalf.”

— Susan C. Young

181. “If your self-talk leans toward the negative, the continual bashing will become debilitating.”

— Susan C. Young

182. “What are those behaviors that make us take pause to think twice about a person’s trustworthiness? Guarded body language, lack of eye contact, nervous fidgeting, interrupting, speaking ill of others, lying, arrogance, and gossip to name a few.”

— Susan C. Young

183. “Which outfits do you get the most compliments on when you are wearing them? What colors make you feel healthy, vibrant, and alive?”

— Susan C. Young

184. “A “brand” identifies how you are unique and different. It is an attention-getter to help you stack up against your competitors. It also shares with us what we can expect by doing business with you.”

— Susan C. Young

185. “Have you made a choice in your past which was right at the time, but once you had a chance to think about it, you wished you could reverse your decision or amend it? Rethinking gives you permission to use your thoughts to change your mind. Take what is and spin it around to give you a new review and fresh perspective.”

— Susan C. Young

186. “Give yourself and others the gift of your brilliance to deliver a more compelling and memorable presentation.”

— Susan C. Young

187. “Passionate people are great about discovering what lights their fire and going for it. They might be encouraged by others who share their passion, but they don’t rely on others to tell them what they need to do or how they need to do it.”

— Susan C. Young

188. “A wonderful place to start is to seek role models who exemplify this way of being and try their style on for size.”

— Susan C. Young

189. “Do your clothes make you feel happy, beautiful, comfortable in your skin, handsome, confident, or powerful?”

— Susan C. Young

190. “Why leave your success up to dumb luck or accident when you can take a stand, make a plan, and be proactive in your pursuits and possibilities?”

— Susan C. Young

191. “Regardless of the trends we see in the deterioration of morality, respect, and values, wise people will still strive to take the high road to rise above the ever-increasing rudeness and stand apart from the crowd.”

— Susan C. Young

192. “When employees are motivated and love what they do you will see higher productivity, less turnover, healthier communication, increased loyalty, and a happier environment.”

— Susan C. Young

193. “Revise what you need to as changes occur and new information becomes available. Be willing to go back, look again, and consider where and how you can make adjustments in order to stay in alignment with your vision, mission, passion, and purpose. Rather than rehashing the past, know that your life is a working draft and you can revise the story you write about it. Let the revising begin.”

— Susan C. Young

194. “While good old-fashioned manners and etiquette have worked for centuries, new standards and expectations have come into play with the modern world. Behaviors which would have been appalling in the past are now socially acceptable.”

— Susan C. Young

195. “Being prepared prevents us from getting tripped up by unexpected glitches and surprises.”

— Susan C. Young

196. “How you accessorize your wardrobe can transform the plainest outfit into a dazzling, unforgettable impression. It can be the mark of your own unique style, an extra splash of fashion, or an expression of your mood.”

— Susan C. Young

197. “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

198. “Many people have never discovered the power generated from a heart of service. They show up to life projecting a right of entitlement in which their needs are their first priority and they will do whatever it takes to forward their own agenda without any concern for how it impacts others. This behavior pushes people away, creates barriers to trust and communication, and leaves a bad impression.”

— Susan C. Young

199. “Did you once have a grand plan which has become obsolete and no longer serves you? If there are areas in your life which must change to help you create better results, a redesign may be in order. Consider going back to the ‘drawing board’ to deconstruct what isn’t working and start anew.”

— Susan C. Young

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

— Susan C. Young