I’ve subscribed to this whole #BossBabe thing for quite some time. I’ve been a boss while working a dead-end job, as a barista, as a freelancer, a blogger, and now, doing something I love at a company that appreciates my abilities. I’ve been happy, stressed, skint, depressed, and every emotion in between.

But even at my lowest point, I didn’t lose my drive. My motivation is who I am; Some days are more difficult than others, but in the end, it’s what keeps me going.

I’m not a huge fan of super-cheesy, girly quote crap, but these are some of my favorite #BossBabe quotes that inspire me when I’m feeling down. Hopefully, they motivate you, too.

“Life is very short.

Insecurity is a waste of time.“

– Diane Von Furstenberg

When things gets tough…

…Don’t give in…

…Remember: Coffee cures everything. So drink up, re-focus, and grind.

Just get it done.

Don’t forget what you’re worth.

“If you wanna appease me, compliment my brain.”

– Christina Yang, Grey’s Anatomy

Work through despair.

“You have to stop crying. You have to go out there and kick some ass.”

– Lady Gaga

Calm down; You got this.

Business is an art, and you’re performing.

Sometimes, it gets lonely…and that’s okay.

“You know who’s gonna give you everything?

Yourself.”

– Diane Von Furstenberg