“All roads that lead to success have to pass through Hard Work Boulevard at some point” is a saying that has been printed on a poster. The saying has been cited in print since at least December 2011, when it was credited to motivational speaker and author Eric Thomas (“The Hip Hop Preacher”). The full quote given in 2011—longer than the poster version—is:
 
“There is nothing wrong with dreaming big dreams, just know that all roads that lead to success have to pass through Hardwork Boulevard at some point.”
 
   
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Renowned speaker, educator, author, activist and minister, Eric Thomas is rising to National prominence by delivering high energy messages that encourage people to live up to their full potential by breaking the cycles of crime, hopelessness and despair that many face daily. Known for his engagingly personal approach, his messages are both dynamic and inspiring. Formerly a high school dropout, he obtained his Masters degree in 2005 and is presently pursuing his PhD in Education Administration at Michigan State University.
 
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In the world I have lived in for the last six decades new ideas can lead to wealth…if the road you travel down is called “hard work boulevard” and not “fantasy lane.”
       
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Inspiring Quotes from Eric Thomas (ET The Hip Hop Preacher) and The Secrets To Success
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“There is nothing wrong with dreaming big dreams, just know that all roads that lead to success have to pass through Hardwork Boulevard at some point.”
 
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There is nothing wrong with dreaming big dreams, just know that all roads that lead to success have to pass through Hardwork Boulevard.
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“There is nothing wrong with dreaming big dreams, just know that all roads that lead to success have to pass through Hardwork Boulevard at some point.”
-Eric Thomas
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emekajokammor, Feb 23, 2012
 
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Hug Bizza
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The road less traveled is usually the best direction to take! Take a right on faith avenue and follow it straight down hard work boulevard!
1:34 AM - 8 May 12
 
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Sean Kelly
‏@skells43
“There is nothing wrong with dreaming big dreams,just know that all roads that lead to success go through hard work boulevard at some point”
6:06 AM - 5 Feb 13
 
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Emily Hinderer
‏@EMHDesign
“All roads that lead to success have to pass through hard work boulevard at some point.” - Eric Thomas #motivation
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Saturday, September 21, 2013
All roads that lead to success have to pass through hard work boulevard at some point