Better Quote by Jon Gordon
“The goal is not to be better than anyone else but rather be better than you were yesterday.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Power of Positive Leadership, Jon Gordon, 2011
Improvement is measured against one's past self, not against others, encouraging personal growth over competition.
In simple terms: Be better than yesterday, not others.
Focus on self‑improvement daily.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- fitness training
- skill development
- habit building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How will you track yesterday’s progress?
- What habits help you improve daily?
Comparisons can still be motivating for some.