Adversity Quotient Paul G. Stoltz, PhD   Meaningful quotations from Paul G. Stoltz, PhD “For too many, hopelessness is defined very early in life.” vii  

“Life is like mountain climbing.” 5  

 “Your success in your work and in life is largely determined by your Adversity Quotient (AQ).” 7

“Climbers often have faith in something bigger than themselves.” 18  

“You can find the root of compromise in the Campers’ language. 23  

“You possess all forms of intelligence to varying degrees.” 31  

“Today we are facing a crisis of hope.” 38  

“People at all levels of corporate America feel increasingly helpless about their work.” 51  

“Each child must develop the ability to turn obstacles into opportunities.” 65  

“The brain is ideally equipped to form habits.” 83  

“You always control how you respond.” 111  

“Like climbing a mountain, the gain in elevation may be, at first, imperceptible.” 148  

“Negative criticism sticks, especially when we are the ones criticizing ourselves.” 167  

We’re not out to create the illusion of effectiveness, we want enduring improvement.” 181  

“The greatest source of adversity for most organizations is the constant avalanche of change.” 235  

“Have and show an authentic interest in your team’s success.” 265  

“Ask for greatness in yourself first, then you can ask for it in others.” 272  

“It all begins with you, , , and your ability to get past adversity.” 287   Quotations from Adversity Quotient By Paul G. Stoltz, PhD Designed by Wayne Kronz Highways by morgueFile.com