“The egocentric person is always enthusiastic about getting behind - or involved - in a cause, an issue or a movement as long as the focus is on him and what he himself as an individual is doing to help. However, the minute the focus shifts back to the cause, issue or movement itself, then the egoist is no longer interested in helping or being involved, hence confirming a hypocrisy that his help was never about the cause itself.”
Mike E. Knezevich, Jr.
“I prefer the folly of enthusiasm to the indifference of wisdom.”
Anatole France
“Enthusiasm is a vital element toward the individual success of every man or woman.”
Conrad Hilton
“I don't think there is less enthusiasm in the evangelical community [after Iraq] for transforming the world. Our focus groups show evangelical leaders have a big picture.”
Richard Cizik
“My only focus is on our team. All my efforts and passion and enthusiasm are on this Hawkeye basketball team.”
Steve Alford
“As a competitor, he is unmatched. I know he'll bring the same level of enthusiasm, dedication and focus to the head coaching position. He is the ultimate winner and young wrestlers around the nation will be anxious to learn from him.”
Jamie Pollard
“We've gotta be able to take that enthusiasm and excitement to other places, too. ... When your focus generates to another level, you say, OK, we need to harness that wherever we are.”
David Esquer
