Top 21 Quotes & Sayings by James Victore

The life you want doesn't exist. You have to make it up.

Distraction is the most corrosive disease of the 20th century.

We are born with magic inside of us

When we think of our work as a gift, it radically changes what we create.

Creativity is not to be rudely shoved into being

In the particular lies the universal.

Inspiration is hogwash. My work comes directly out of my loves and hates. Muses don't whisper in my ear, and ideas don't flow over my body like a cool rain.

Your pursuit of personal greatness challenges others to fear for their own causes, their own battles and pursuits. Your freedom is a reminder of their own imaginary restraints and limitations. Yet, for others, your confidence will be a beacon. People follow conviction, assertive advice and brave leaders, and there's nothing more powerful than a confident man or woman.

You can't learn anything new, until you are open enough to forget everything you think you know

If your work appeals to everyone, it moves no one

The first rule of business is FUN

Put your weird in your work!

It's about whittling. It's about taking something and whittling and whittling and getting it sharp and perfect. Then you've got something.

By believing your work is a 'gift,' it radically changes what you create. I think this is a revolutionary idea. It's no longer about client approval or a paycheck, but aspiring to make work that has meaning and purpose in your life and for your audience.

Things that make you weird as a kid will make you great tomorrow.

I am everyone I have ever loved.

If you don't enjoy what you're doing, how can you assume anyone else will

We're supposed to be the people who make culture, not decorate culture.

Go have fun and make money

But the few brave ones, both companies and individuals, who risk comfort and safety for a chance at beauty or being able to move someone — they have a potential to gain so much more.

No one can stand in the way of your personal greatness