You see them all around you; women succeeding in every avenue of life.  They seem to have direction and know what they’re doing.  They seem busy, satisfied, and put together while you can barely coordinate an outfit.  You wonder how they manage to look so calm and collected when you know they work full-time and yet somehow concurrently enjoy a full and happy home life.  

How do these women do it?  While there is no magical secret to success, there are certainly characteristics that most successful women share, and if you can adopt them in your own life, there’s no reason you can’t attain the same level of success.

The most successful people are not necessarily the ones that dress the flashiest, have the sportiest car, or are the most visible in your community.

Some of the most successful women, especially entrepreneurial women, maintain a low personal profile, due to wanting to protect their home and family life and their privacy.

We've collected some favorite quotes over the years, here for your inspiration and enjoyment.