I woke up this morning and discovered that my blog had been awarded and showcased as one of the “Editor’s Pick of The Day” on Bloggers.com. This is quite an honor, considering the thousands of bloggers who cross network and showcase their abilities on Bloggers.com. It is always nice to see the recognition for a log of hard work…but what it has really done for me is to intensify my desire to be the best that I can be. ..to always “push through” and never quit.
This is a great lesson for each of us. In life, we face challenges each and every day. We face disappointments as well as happiness. It is how we deal with those challenges that molds our character…builds strength of mindset. Our we humble about our accomplishments, or do we become arrogant and complacent? I think former President Theodore Roosevelt said it best; “It is not the critic who counts, nor the man who points out how the string man stumbled, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strive valiantly; who errs and comes short again and again; who knows great enthusiasms, great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who, at best, knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least fail while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those timid souls who know neither victory no defeat”. Are you living to the fullest? Are you living an empowering life of humble success?
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Being an entrepreneur has given me a deep appreciation for individuals who are success oriented and never give up. The drive to always “push through” is a trait of successful people.
I have been fortunate to associate myself with many successful individuals over my life. It began with my father who instilled in me the ability to step outside of the box…to create something out of nothing. He taught me the importance of integrity in business...traits that I have incorporated into the various business models I employ.
I spent the first ten years of my career in the medical field. I worked side by side with amazing individuals who put their own self-interests aside in order to nurture others back to good health. Many times I witnessed life and death situations. It was always humbling to experience the team-work that evolved around trying to save a lives.
As my career path evolved into the business world, not only could I bring those experiences into my persona, I saw a need to spread information…real information for real situations. A close friend of mine began to mentor me in aspects of blogging. He has given me incredible insight into how a blog should be developed…how to focus my passion for helping mentor people to becoming successful entrepreneurs. This passion for mentoring others began when I was a young child and continues today. It is not about me, but rather those who have influenced my life.
I am a work-out addict and a real “ski dog”. Sorry guys and gals…I do not “ride”. I live for deep powder and steep chutes. I love the feeling of looking over the edge of a steep run…feel my heart beat faster with that adrenaline rush and then “jump in”. I love golf…but I always wonder if I will ever break 100…lol! Most of all, I love my wonderful family…they are the best! Thanks for stopping by and I hope you feel empowered today.
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