May 9, 2013
Work hard for what you want in life!
“A dream doesn't become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work.” (Colin Powell)
Every time I think about my dream I’m reminded of hard work. In my world the two go hand in hand. As a twelve year old I cut yards for $3.00 and sold crawfish for extra cash. That work
May 8, 2013
Excellence is attainable not perfection…
“I am careful not to confuse excellence with perfection. Excellence, I can reach for; perfection is God's business." (Michael J. Fox)
A spirit of excellence is what separate’s greatness from mediocrity. As Mr. Fox eloquently describes perfection as “God’s business” we should pursue excel
May 7, 2013
Try again…
"There's no reason to be the richest man in the cemetery. You can't do any business from there." (Colonel Sanders, founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken)
Pursue every idea with vigor. Let no one discourage you. Make no excuses. Build something worthwhile. And in the words of Dr. Myles Munroe, “Live F
May 6, 2013
Get some help!
“No duty the Executive had to perform was so trying as to put the right man in the right place.” (Thomas Jefferson)
I challenge you to complete a simple or difficult task this week. If you are looking to hire someone in your business, find a new home, choose a school for your children or simply
May 5, 2013
Re-invent yourself, if need be…
“The other key contributor to great leadership is a desire for progress. Progress means a movement toward a goal or to a further or higher stage; developmental activity in science, technology, etc., especially with reference to the commercial opportunities created thereby or to the promotion of th
May 2, 2013
It takes COURAGE! Part 2
“All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” (Walt Disney)
It takes courage to believe in a dream, but it takes tenacity to accomplish a dream. What I have learned over the last 15 years or so is this; if your mind is not fully convinced that your dream is worth pursui
May 1, 2013
Who have you helped today?
“There's a difference between us. You think the people of this country exist to provide you with position. I think your position exists to provide those people with freedom. And I go to make sure that they have it.” (William Wallace from the movie Braveheart)
Great leaders are motivated to eleva