In the startup world, working long hours is often necessary; there's no substitute for hard work, even if you also work smart.

I don't believe in taking the easy route. My life has been about facing hardships and using them as fuel to push myself further, which is why I don't feel sorry for anyone who doesn't want to put in the effort to improve.

Ultimately, nothing can substitute for putting in the hours and maintaining a mindset focused on hard work rather than shortcuts.

Everything I've done in my life, I didn't want to do; I built my willpower through years of suffering and hard work.

I learned the value of hard work and the importance of education from my dad, who wanted us to avoid the backbreaking work he did.

There's a misconception that there's a secret entry point to achieving flow, but the reality is that success involves hard work and perseverance, not just a feeling of ease.

The effort paradox suggests that the harder we work at something, the more we tend to enjoy it, as seen in activities like running marathons or assembling IKEA furniture.

Constant hard work is essential for success; the most capable individuals work diligently and are always engaged with their problems.

Hard work looks ugly and unmotivating; it's not like the movies where you see the hero rise up; it's often a nightmare.