Perseverance : (948)

" If you played basketball growing up, you learn the importance of follow-through when you shoot: forming the gooseneck, waving good-bye to the ball, reaching into the far off hoop like it’s a cookie jar – think Michael Jordan’s last shot as a Bull. " - Rowan Ricardo Phillips

" I never stopped working when I got married and had kids. I did television and always tried to do what I could do. " - Soni Razdan

" Regardless of what the score is, in any situation I just try to focus on my next shot. " - Carey Price

" I always say, ‘Never say never.’ " - Kelly Kelly

" For your friends and family, you are always a champion, but for the media and sponsors, not until you show a spark. Making a champ is more important than celebrating one. I want to be there for youngsters and help them do their best. " - Gagan Narang

" I was small, but I was also slow. " - John Calipari

" If you think you’re too small to have an impact, try going to bed with a mosquito. " - Anita Roddick

" I’ve done 20 takes of a Vine before it goes out. " - Maisie Williams

" It is obvious that star kids will get a preference, but because of that people can’t stop working or trying their luck. " - Rimi Sen

" Regardless of what happens in the markets, stick to your investment program. Changing your strategy at the wrong time can be the single most devastating mistake you can make as an investor. " - John C. Bogle