10 Sheryl Sandberg Quotes to Motivate and Inspire You There's a lot to learn from the Facebook executive, author and activist.

By Rose Leadem

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.

Marla Aufmuth | Getty Images
COO of Facebook Sheryl Sandberg.

Life throws you curve balls, and to move on, it’s important to learn and grow from them. When Facebook’s COO Sheryl Sandberg lost her husband David Goldberg in 2015, although devastated, Sandberg opened up to the world about her loss. Through hardship and grief, she discovered strength and resilience, which she’s shared with the rest of us.

Related: These 11 Steve Jobs Quotes Will Motivate You to Change the World

As a female leader in tech, Sandberg has positioned herself as a voice for women in the industry -- and beyond. With her book, Lean In, and her organization, Leanin.org, Sandberg seeks to empower women around the world and to help them be their best selves. There’s much to be learned from this bestselling author, activist and thought leader.

Check out these inspirational quotes from the Facebook exec.

On growth

“It is the hard days -- the times that challenge you to your very core -- that will determine who you are.” -- Sheryl Sandberg

On challenge

“I learned that, in the face of a void or in the face of any challenge, you can choose joy and meaning.” -- Sheryl Sandberg

On success

“You will be defined not just by what you achieve, but by how you survive.” -- Sheryl Sandberg

On happiness

“Because no matter what happens each day, I go to bed thinking of something cheerful. Try it.” -- Sheryl Sandberg

Related: 12 Quotes From Google's Larry Page on Drive, Success, Creativity and Hard Work

 

On failure

“When life sucks you under, you can kick against the bottom, find the surface and breathe again.” -- Sheryl Sandberg

On resilience

“You are not born with a fixed amount of resilience. Like a muscle, you can build it up draw on it when you need it.” -- Sheryl Sandberg

On leadership

“The ability to learn is the most important quality a leader can have.” -- Sheryl Sandberg

On opportunity

“You have to take opportunities and make an opportunity fit for you, rather than the other way around.” -- Sheryl Sandberg

Related: 10 Albert Einstein Quotes on Creativity, Happiness, Success and More

 

On mindset

“Trying to do it all and expecting it all can be done exactly right is a recipe for disappointment. Perfection is the enemy.” -- Sheryl Sandberg

On motivation

“Sharing emotions builds deeper relationships. Motivation comes from working on things we care about.” -- Sheryl Sandberg

Wavy Line
Rose Leadem is a freelance writer for Entrepreneur.com. 

Editor's Pick

She's Been Coding Since Age 7 and Presented Her Life-Saving App to Tim Cook Last Year. Now 17, She's on Track to Solve Even Bigger Problems.
Lock
I Helped Grow 4 Unicorns Over 10 Years That Generated $18 Billion in Online Revenues. Here's What I've Learned.
Lock
Want to Break Bad Habits and Supercharge Your Business? Use This Technique.
Lock
Don't Have Any Clients But Need Customer Testimonials? Follow These 3 Tricks To Boost Your Rep.
Why Are Some Wines More Expensive Than Others? A Top Winemaker Gives a Full-Bodied Explanation.

Related Topics

Business News

'All Hell Is Going to Break Loose': Barbara Corcoran Issues Warning About Real Estate Market, Interest Rates

The "Shark Tank" star appeared on FOX Business' "The Claman Countdown" this week.

Business News

This Is the Most Loved Company of 2023, According to a New Report

A new Axios and Harris Poll ranked the 100 most visible U.S. companies.

Branding

How I Made Money From My Book Without Selling a Single Copy

Did you know you can make money with a book without selling copies? Here's exactly how I did it.

Money & Finance

3 Ways to Create Multiple (Big) Streams of Income

Here are three ways to create multiple streams of income. These strategies require effort and resources but offer significant financial potential.

Branding

Finding Your Brand Voice — How to Write Copy That Sounds Like You

Here's how to nail your brand voice so you can differentiate yourself and build your business in an authentic way.