Jack Canfield Quotes

American writer and motivational speaker

Jack Canfield (born August 19, 1944) is an American author and motivational speaker. He is the co-author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, which has more than 250 titles and 500 million copies in print in over 40 languages. In 2005 Canfield co-authored with Janet Switzer The Success Principles: How to Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be.

In so much of life and professional activity, the simple strategies and techniques can be the most powerful.

That man is richest whose pleasures are the cheapest.

One of my spiritual teachers once taught me to be a student to those above me, a teacher to those below me, and a fellow traveler and helpmate to those on the same level. That’s good advice for all of us.

That cat is like a two-year-old with four-wheel drive.

Passion is something within you that provides the continual enthusiasm, focus, and energy you need to succeed.

The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear him, and he delivers them.
-Psalm 34:7

People who ask confidently get more than those who are hesitant and uncertain. When you've figured out what you want to ask for, do it with certainty, boldness and confidence. Don't be shy or feel intimidated by the experience. You may face some unexpected criticism, but be prepared for it with confidence.

No amount of reading or memorizing will make you successful in life. It is the understanding and application of wise thought that counts.

If you abide in me, and My words abide in you,
you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you.
-John 15:7

Successful people maintain a positive focus in life no matter what is going on around them. They stay focused on their past successes rather than their past failures, and on the next action steps they need to take to get them closer to the fulfillment of their goals rather than all the other distractions that life presents to them.

A boss might give instructions and bark orders, a consultant would analyze data and give advice, but a coach would use curiosity to ask, listen and draw out the best from people.

Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.