I once had a business associate compliment me for being a self-made man. He knew I didn’t grow up with much money or a rich uncle to bequeath me a fortune, so he assumed that my accomplishments were something I did through hard work and determination. I did work hard and I believed in myself...
John Wesley hit the nail on the head when he said: “Gain all you can; save all you can; give all you can.” There is so much to think about in that simple outline. Gain all you can. Do your best to succeed in life. Don’t be content to settle for mediocrity. It’s not just okay,...
We were blessed to be able to partner with the Education Foundation of Indian River County for their Sneaker Exchange Program today. What an experience to see the smiles on the faces of those precious children. Our gift of $15,000 provided shoes and socks for 32 underprivileged children. We also provided a special gift in...
I’ve had a lot of people ask me how I did so well in building a number of businesses. They want to know the secret of my success. That kind of question always makes me feel good because it tells me I have something to offer others. I love being an encourager. I love to talk...
Getting what you want from life – success, happiness, achieving personal goals – will happen on the basis of what you put into life. Talent is good. Hard work is a must. Poise under pressure helps. Resilience is usually required. Proper training and a spirit of learning accompany longterm achievement. You already know how important...
I believe without a shadow of a doubt in the incredible power of faith to change my life. How? Because I know firsthand that faith has the power to change me. Everything positive that has happened in my life is because of my faith in God, faith in others, and faith in myself. That’s not...
Fear is a powerful force that keeps far too many people from accepting new challenges, accomplishing their goals, and arriving at their destiny in life. I have seen opportunity pass right by people because they were afraid to act. Some people live in so much fear that it robs them of happiness and even health. Fear...
After bouncing around from job to job after high school it was obvious I was not on the right career path. Folks, I’m not sure I was on any path, much less the right one. I worked at a carwash. I worked in a bakery. I got a factory job. I was going nowhere fast....
What makes you special? Since the beginning of time billions of people have walked the face of the earth. Not a single one of them was, is or will ever be just like you. Through the miracle of creation by the Creator God, you are one-of-a-kind. As humans our genetics are similar, but each of...
