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11 Awesome Things Drill Sergeants Say

Drills Sergeants: The Masters of Motivation

Every drill sergeant has a few dozen zingers up their sleeves to motivate pale spineless recruits.

Famous Drill Sergeant Quotes

Here are some of the best quotes that Dan Caddy, a sergeant first class with the Vermont Army National Guard, has heard from drill sergeants:

• “If you're going to be a quitter, you might as well quit now, because I'm not going to let you quit later.”
• “If you can't do it right, then don't do it at all.”
• “Pain is weakness leaving the body.”
• “The only easy day was yesterday.”
• “If you're not going to give 100%, then don't bother showing up.”

The Power of Motivation

Drill sergeants are masters of motivation. They know how to push people to their limits and make them perform at their best. This is a skill that can be applied to any area of life, not just the military.

If you're looking for a way to motivate yourself or your team, look to the drill sergeants for inspiration. They have a lot to teach us about the power of motivation.