Work is a strange thing: sometimes you find yourself excited to get to work and motivated for the day, week, or project ahead of you. Other days the thought of another day at the office can make you want to pull up the covers and call it all in. Today might be one of the great days when you may be feeling enthusiastic about work and looking for an extra bit of encouragement to give you that confidence boost. Or maybe today you’re in desperate need of some positivity – ANY positivity. Perhaps you’re a team leader, looking to inspire your team and get the best results out of them. No matter who you are or what you do, you can benefit from the wisdom of visionaries, businesspeople, and achievers who have great things to say about keeping going and reaching your goals. Take it from people who have experienced the workday slog and made it through and learn from these inspiring people. We have gathered some of the most motivational and inspiring quotes from people with different backgrounds, circumstances, and jobs to give you the boost you need today. You might even find your new role model or mantra to get you to your next big goal.