Believe Quote by Bob Parsons
“There’s an old Chinese saying that I just love, and I believe it is so true. It goes like this: ‘The temptation to quit will be greatest just before you are about to succeed.’”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Entrepreneurial Summit, 2012
The closer you get to success, the stronger the urge to quit, so perseverance is crucial.
In simple terms: Success feels hardest just before it arrives.
Stay the course despite doubts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- startup launch
- exam preparation
- marathon training
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What keeps you moving when progress stalls?
- How can you anticipate and counter quitting urges?
Overcoming temptation to quit requires self‑discipline and support.