Skip to content

Confidence Quote by Jacob Maldonado

“The elevator to success broke a long time ago, the problem is too many people are too lazy to take the stairs.” quote by Jacob Maldonado
Download Open image
““The elevator to success broke a long time ago, the problem is too many people are too lazy to take the stairs.””

Jacob Maldonado

About This Quote

Source Social Media Post: Motivation, Jacob Maldonado, 2021

The metaphor of a broken elevator suggests that success requires effort; many avoid the hard work needed.

In simple terms: Success needs effort; people often choose easy routes.

Key Takeaway

Take the stairs, not the shortcut.

Themes

motivation effort success habit

Mood

inspirational direct

Type

self‑help motivational

When to use this quote

  • career development
  • fitness
  • education
  • entrepreneurship

Key Concepts

discipline hard work goal setting self‑improvement

Questions to Reflect On

  • What obstacles keep you from working hard?
  • How can you create a supportive environment for effort?
A Different Perspective

People may lack resources or support to “take the stairs.”

3.1 out of 5 (8 ratings)

More Confidence quotes

Browse all 11,290 Confidence quotes