Skip to content

Ambition Quote by Mark Twain

“Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that but the really great make you feel that you too can become great. When you are seeking to bring big plans to fruition it is important with whom you regularly associate. Hang out with friends who are like-minded…” quote by Mark Twain
Download Open image
“Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that but the really great make you feel that you too can become great. When you are seeking to bring big plans to fruition it is important with whom you regularly associate. Hang out with friends who are like-minded and who are also designing purpose-filled lives. Similarly be that kind of a friend for your friends.”

Mark Twain

About This Quote

Source Book: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, 1876

Surround yourself with supportive, ambitious people; they uplift you and help you achieve greatness.

In simple terms: Choose uplifting friends.

Key Takeaway

Seek supportive companions.

Themes

friendship ambition growth

Mood

motivational encouraging

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • entrepreneurship
  • creative projects
  • personal goals

Key Concepts

social influence psychology personal development

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who inspires you to aim higher?
  • How can you support a friend’s dreams?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone will share your vision; some may feel threatened.

2.7 out of 5 (3 ratings)

More by Mark Twain

Explore all 3,277 Mark Twain quotes

More Ambition quotes

Browse all 4,601 Ambition quotes