10 Inspirational Quotes for the New School Year Whether or not you are headed back to school, September is a time of renewal. Draw inspiration for a new chapter with these words of wisdom.

By Kathleen Davis

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As the summer ends and the weather turns, it's a good time to re-focus on your goals. Even if you are no longer in school, the beginning of the school year often triggers an ingrained instinct to buckle down and get to work.

From a willingness to make mistakes, to staying true to yourself, to simply working hard and not giving up, here is a collection of quotes to help inspire your progress through the next nine months.

1. Make Mistakes

2. Don't let Doubt Kill Your Dreams

3. Help people see their potential

4. Be authentic

5. Small achievements happen every day

6. Say hello

7. Work Hard

8. Do Your Best

9. Keep Going

10. Believe in Yourself

Kathleen Davis is the former associate editor at Entrepreneur.com.

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