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Keep Climbing the Rope of Hope…

That's right my friends, on the Rope of Hope we're either climbing up or sliding down, there's no...

What’s your Super-power?

That's right my friends, never underestimate the power a BIG Toothy Smile. I built this smile one tooth...

We’re ALL in this thing together…

That's right my friends, no matter what ship we came over to this country on, we're all in...

Develop those thinking muscles…

That's right my friends, isolation gives you a chance to work on those "Thinking Muscles". Having a "Beach-Body"...

*WARNING* Excessive Grind all the Time

That's right my friends... The casualty fallout, collateral damage of unbridled, recklessly unbalanced ambition and excessive grind is...

My Prayer for your life

This is my prayer... Make it GREAT!!! Ok to Share if you Dare... 😉 Come follow me on Instagram...

The Moons Glow Enhances the Muse Flow…

Yep, that's right my friends, I do some of my best writing and content creation in the still...

Is Folgers in Your Cup the best part of Waking Up?

Yep that's right my friends, if the best part of waking up is coffee in a cup for...

A Challenger Called “YOU”

That's right my friends, You left alone with YOU can affect all that you say and do. So,...

Not Perfect…

  That's right my friends, those who live their life feeling pressured to check all the boxes are...

You Have a Right to Remain Silent…

  That's right my friends... You have the absolute right to remain silent because anything Negative you say...

The Underestimated Breath Mint

Just fyi... Pop-in a breath mint, smile and give away a kind comment or two. It's really not...

Be Kind…

  A Friendly Reminder during these tough times... It's easy to "Be Mean", but more difficult to "Be...

T.I.M.E. Defined…

That's right my friends, contrary to popular opinion, "Time" is NOT running out. But, Your Time is... Yep......

Healthy Habits Hone the Heart

Yep, that's right my friends our "Healthy Habits" can hone our hearts to become that which we desire...

Life is Even Tougher for Dummies

That's right my friends... This "Life" thing is pretty hard. But I've come to realize & recognize that...

The Clapping of Jealous Hands

That's right my friends, as a Speaker who has graced many different stages & platforms over the years,...

The Guru of Analyzing other Guru’s

That's right my friends... I consider myself the self-proclaimed Guru of analyzing other Gurus to extract information on...

Fear & Worry are Criminals

  Yes my friends, Greed & Fear are Contagious, but so too are Kindness & Compassion. 😀As I look...

Connect the D.O.T.T.S. of Life

      That's right my friends, our lives are made up of a series of Dots. And...

Where’s Your Ladder of Success Leaning?

That's right my friends, make sure your Ladder of Success is NOT leaning against the wrong building because...

Laugh Your BUTT OFF!

That's right my friends...When you wake up in the morning don't just make up your face and your...

What if ____ ?

We live in a world of possibilities...So, "what if ______ ???"Ok to Share if you so Dare...LETsGOOO Make...

Manage the “Big Three”…

Yes that's right my friends, a little Fear, Anxiety or Pressure can be leveraged to create some AMAZING...

For Best Results, Just add some PRESSURE!!!

Yes that's right my friends, a little Fear, Anxiety or Pressure can be leveraged to create some AMAZING...

What’s the Kryptonite for FEAR???

The Kryptonite for FEAR? The Best Tool to deepen your Connection and Affection with others??? What is a...

Get in the “Know” so you can grow, Grow, GROW!!!

Yeppp....So get in the "Know" as you grow, Grow, GROW!!!Make it GREAT!Come follow me in 2020 and I'll...

Not what you Say, but what you DISPLAY!

Love is in the Air so check us out if you DARE!!!Beware of the "It Won't Happen to...

Not Just an Income but an IMPACT!

True Story...Not just an Income but an Impact...Not just a Dollar but a Difference...Not just a Check but...

Selfish for Selfless Reasons…

Selfish for Selfless Reasons... ??? What's one of the most powerful words in the world and how does...

Got Obstacles in Your Way?

  Yes, my friends, those obstacles that you're running from, you need to stop and turn around and...

ReFrame Your “Thang”…

  THIS GIRL IS ON FIRE!!!!!!!Reframe Your "Thang" Now Let Us Explain"THE" Allie Mae Perkins (Premier Confidence Coach)...

Your Space vs Your Circle…

UhOhhh... Look Who's BACK!!! Get ready for Fun & InFormative. LETsGOOO!!! Here Goes the NUGGETs... Get your Buckets...

Rewind vs Fast Forward

  That's right, my friends, unfortunately Life doesn't have a "Rewind" button, but it does have a "FAST-FORWARD"!!!...

Your Most Powerful Tool is…

  Yes that's right my friends, one of the most significant investments you can make is an investment...

A Hug or A HandShake?

  My good friend, Chris Hopkins reminded me today that you can't feel a Heartbeat through just a...

Knuckle-Up & Stay Alive…

Riding Shotgun is Soooo Much Fun... Candidate Ronnie Cruz is in the house and we are picking his brain about...

Passion to PROFIT !!!

  So proud of this little guy who's NOT so little anymore. He's invested countless hours into his...

Parents Best Ability is their “Availability”

The Father of Nick Cannon said WHATTT!!! James Cannon is in the house with Mayor Candidate Greg Tatum...

L.E.A.D.E.R. Defined…

  Yes that's right my friends, the essence of Great Leaders are those who are Great at leveraging...

A Peek on the Red Carpet

A night of something special...  

My Work is My Play…

  Yes my friends, I'm one of those rare breeds that can't quite figure out how to separate...

The Purple Wall of Royalty

That's right my friends, you shouldn't need a Purple Wall to feel like you're a descendant of a...

Common Ground or Solid Ground?

Is your Ground Shaky or SOLID?!?! Let me explain... So what is the best trick of the Evil...

Keep it Random

  You don't need a special day to give a special shout-out to that special someone.Feel free to...

Life’s a Roller Coaster…

Yep that's right my friends, this "Life" thing is like a roller coaster... Sometimes you have to just...

To Zoom Out or To Zoom In?

  Yep, that's right my friends... Sometimes the BEST clarity of a situation is not achieved by ZOOMING...

Let’s Make our Matter “Matter”…

What an AMAZING Time, with some AMAZING People, in an AMAZING Place, Dropping some AMAZING Nuggets. I thought...

The General is NOT speaking in General, he’s SPECIFIC…

The General is HERE!!!!!! If you want to be a Star, attach yourself to a STAR!!! One of...

When Enough is Enough!!!

When Enough is "ENOUGH"!!! Throwing up half the peace-sign!!! The Queen of Dig-Marketing is dropping NUGGET's in Buckets......

All Adversity is NOT Created Equal…

He's in the HOUSE!!!!! Pastor "G" Tatum All Adversity is NOT Created Equal... So let the NUGGET's FLOW......

A Bridge from a J-O-B to a D-C-T…

Boss Up!!! What the Heck Does That Mean? Building a Bridge from a J.O.B. to a D.C.T. Let...

Your Habitual Rituals ???

Should we be worried??? About whatyou may ask. Well, let us explain Riding Shotgun with Mrs. Talkalicious. You...

Haters Wanted!!! ;-)

The Event Planner to the Stars is HERE!!!!! We are looking for some HATERS!!! But it's NOT what...

Be Great At What You’re Good at…

And the NUGGET's just keep on Coming... This Episode was AMAZING!!! She's Hereeeeee... Madam Chairman Supervisor Leticia Perez Work...

Riding With the Don is so much FUN!

Riding with THE "Don"...Meet one of my Favorite Mentors THE "Don Clark" 50 year career in news/journalism as...

Black Santa Tradition EXPOSED!!!

Black Santa Tradition Exposed!!!MrMakeItGreat.com

You Could be Here Today & Gone TODAY!!!

This My Show! I Can Do What I Want to Do!!!Hahahaha... Or should I say, HoHoHooo... ;-)So they say...

Watch The Company You Keep…

Uh-Ohhh here we GOOOO!!! Riding shotgun with some special someones: Tiara King (Ms. Kern County) and Terrance "Miracle"...

“Probable Cause” Whattt?

Probable Cause!!! WHATTT!!!The Chief of Police is in the HOUSE!!! LET's GOOOO!!!Danger Zone!!! But we can get you...

From a Prison Cell to Doing Swell…

OMG, Wait Till you See who's Next to ME!!!From a Prison Cell to Doing SWELL !!!Terry Hill Sr....

The Power of “OR”

Remember that in everything you do, you always have a choice to go Left or Right... So, Choose...

Love Thy Haters

This may sound counterintuitive, but we are commanded to Love our Haters. And, while you're loving your Haters,...

The NOT Planned Part of the Plan

That's right my friends, don't be surprised if the best part of your plan ends up being the...

#291- Off the Cuff was More than ENOUGH…

Off the Cuff is ENOUGH! Too Many Nuggets!!! Riding Shotgun with Greg & Tamara Montana was Absolutely AMAZING......

#290- World Wide Adversity Has No Boundaries…

Riding Shotgun with Blaž Posinek​ bringing Nuggets of Wisdom all the way from Slovenia!!! World Wide Adversity Has...

“I Think” therefore “I Can”…

"I Think", therefore "I Can"... Yes my friends, your thoughts do matter. So, be sure to Think about...

#287- The Secret Sauce of Significance…

The Secret Sauce to Significance... This Process utilized by the Great Ones on their way to Making it...

#286- “I Think I Can” Thoughts Do Matter…

Riding Shotgun w/ Mrs. Talkalicious Here she Goes (Grows) Again!!! LOL... ROFLOL... OMG!!! From "I Think I Can"...

Depression: Don’t Get Sad, Get M.A.D. !!!

Depression: Don't Be Sad, Get M.A.D. !!! The M-A-D Recipe to Set You FREE!!! MrMakeItGreat.com MrBreadCrumb.com

So What Exactly is “Talkalicious”?

So What Exactly is "Talkalicious"? OMG!!! I can't believe she said that!!! LOL Uh Oh... Here she goes...

BOO!!! Sometimes it’s NOT about You…

Sometimes it's NOT about You... I'm glad I didn't stay home, because he needed me to set the...

#284- The Obstacle in the Way is the WAY…

The Obstacle in the Way is the WAY... From PTSD to PTSP is where you should aim to...

#283- Stay Close to the F.I.R.E!!!

Stay Close to the F.I.R.E. :-) A Fantastic Friday if you say so... She's a Bad Mame'a Jam'a......

#282- The Law of Attraction is NOT Enough…

The Law of Attraction is NOT Enough... You need this one thing to achieve and sustain the gain......

Being Kind all the Time makes you feel Fine…

The words you SAY just might make someone's DAY and you may not have to PAY... Okay? 😉💕...

#281- Social Media Unites 2 Sisters After 43 Years!!!

Riding Shotgun with H.M.R. now let me tell you who they Are. ;-) The Secret to Overcoming the...

Don’t Fall for the “BIG” over the “small”…

On your journey to success and significance in your space, don't be distracted and deceived by what you...

#280- A Change Within You Before A Change of Venue

No Need for a Change of Venue before there's a Change Within You. Make your "To Do List"...

Dropping Some Nuggets in BIG “D” !!!

Dropping Nuggets From Big "D"... Build up your immunity to everything except this one thing... A Positive Message!...

#279- My Biggest FEAR… Revealed!!!

What's My Biggest FEAR, and why it should be your Biggest FEAR too... Make your matter, Matter before...

Keep Going!!!

Never grow weary in doing good and spreading kindness and compassion. The world needs to see the best...

#278- The Hidden Figures Behind the DREAM

The Hidden Figures Behind the DREAM Riding Shotgun with Gil Jay makes my Day!!! ;-) Leverage the "AND"...

#277- Listen Up!!! It’s Ok to Be Selfish…

My Late Night Inspirational Insomniac Chat. It's Ok to Be Selfish for "Selfless" reasons... Now Let me Explain......

#276- Skillsets & Assets will leave you Upset without this…

Skillsets & Assets will leave you Upset without this... Time to Level Up!!! All we do is win,...

#275- Take this ONE thing into 2019…

Take this ONE thing into 2019... The Most Important part of ANY Plan is NOT what you think......

Sneak Peek Behind The Scenes for Christmas…

A little Sneak Peek behind the scenes at our annual tradition. So what's your tradition??? MrMakeItGreat.com MrBreadCrumb.com

#274- Whatever You Want, This is Yo Show Bro…

Whatever You Want, This is Yo Show Bro... Riding Shotgun with the Nate The GREAT!!! The HO -...

Student – Athletes LISTEN UP!!!

A Meaningful Message in a Moment for you Athletes from MrMakeItGreat.com... "Success in the absence of Struggle does...

#273- The #1 Goal of a LEADER will Surprise You

The #1 Goal of a LEADER will Surprise You... How does a Wobbler and Duct Tape relate to...

#272- Gotta Ask & Answer The Tough Questions

Sometimes you just gotta ask The Tough Questions. Don't kill the messenger for he means you know harm....

#271- An Infamous Date Led to the BEST of Allies

An Infamous Date Led to the BEST of Allies... Let me Explain... The Biggest phenomenon that brings us...

#270- Monetizing your Passion???

Monetizing your Passion??? Leverage the 5T's of Giving in service to this hurting humanity. A Brick is just...

#269- Don’t Be a Selfish Giver…

Let's Dance while we Advance!!! ;-) Don't Be a Selfish Giver... Anonymous Givers Can Be Overrated... Let me...

#268- The “Waze” to Overcome PTSD…

Riding Shotgun with Laura Heraldez today was like a breath of fresh air in world filled with smog....

#267- The Secret to Busting up Depression

The Secret to Busting up Depression, REVEALED!!! Leverage your Thermostat to set the temperature of your mood so...

#266- Bet I Can Predict Your Future…

Let me tell you what I Don't see your future without... Buying a Tattoo or a Brick to...

#265- Got Caught-up in a Driveby Today!!!

Do a few Driveby's with some Pie's to enhance some Lives today... Let me Explain... The one thing...

#263- ReFrame These Important THANGS…

Those who experience the most gain have learned to ReFrame these 3 "Thangs". Do you know what the...

#261- The Problem with Politicians…

Politicians have the same exact problem I have as a National Speaker and it used to DRIVE ME...

#261- So How’s Your DASH Looking?

Make a Difference with your DASH... Let me Explain... Stay close to the F.I.R.E. as you traverse the...

#260- Strange Things to Be Grateful For…

Six Strange Things to be Thankful & Grateful for... OOOOO... You don't want to miss these Six because...

#258- Finding the “Why” for your P.I.E.

Exposing the Process that can help you to make your "What if" scenario into a "What is". The...

#256- Amplification & Awefulization ???

When Opportunity Knocks, it's too late to prepare. So Get Ready NOW so you'll Be Ready THEN. So...

#255- Believe in Yourself… Then Quit… Just Kidding :-)

Believe in Yourself -- Believe in the Work Believe in the Process --- Believe in the Team And...

#253- Pink People & Purple Purses, WHATTT???

The "I Am W.O.M.A.N." Team is in the house riding Shotgun with me today and we're Making it...

#252- Marriage, Relationships, Parenting OH MY!!!

Marriage, Relationships, Parenting OH MY!!! The Catastrophic Intersection of Expectations & Reality... The ATM & The Apple Tree...

#251- Exposing the #1 Skillset this side of the Universe

Yes I'm back and ready for ACTION!!! Exposing the #1 Skillset this side of the Universe and why...

#250- Beats the Heck Out of Me…

Riding Shotgun with Jennifer Stanhope just may give you a little Hope. If Only you could be the...

#249- Where Were You When it All Began?

Facebook muted the National Athem playing in the background at the beginning of my video. But I kept...

#248- Me & Mr. Dean & The Lesson I Gleaned…

Me & Mr. Dean & The Lesson I Gleaned "You can lead a Horse to water, but you...

#245- Yes, No & NEXT !!!

Riding Shotgun with Pepper "Ms. Pep-Talk" Fortman and loving every minute of it... ;-) nuggets, Nuggets & MORE...

#244- A Very Special Day Indeed…

Happy 24th B-Day to my 1st Born Monique Crawford (Chanry)!!! Dropped a few BreadCrumbs for you to Make...

#243- OMG!!! NaTesha is Riding Shotgun!!!

Oh My Gosh!!! Look who dropped-in to ride shotgun on My Live at 725p, NaTesha Kindred Johnson!!! If...

#241- Impromptu Positivity…Shotgun w/ Son Le & Richie

Riding shotgun with Son Le & Richie EXPOSED... ;-) Pick you ATTITUDE in advance and control your circustance....

#240- My #1 Fear Exposed…

The Do's & Don'ts of the Day: Don't consider a change of Venue before considering a change Within...

#239- The Bliss of Nostalgia, Exposed…

The Tools That get you Trough... Many wake-up in the morning but are guilty of sleepwalking through their...

Riding Shotgun With Mr. Body By Banks

A PC (Power-Chat) with Mr. Body By Banks Too many nuggets to list, you just have to listen......

#237- What are we going to call this?

The G6-Formula to Accomplishing your Goals, Dreams & Significant Things. Failure is just a Creative form of feedback....

#236- Every Great Man’s Greatest Secret REVEALED!!!

Every Great Man's Greatest Secret REVEALED!!! Don't wish for the "Good-old" days, Let's Make some GREAT New ones......

#235- Shotgun With Sherry The “X” Factor !!!

The "X" Factor with Shotgun Sherry... Alone we can be "good", but together we can be "GREAT"!!! Educators...

#234- Riding Shotgun With Shannon…

Riding with Assembly Woman / State Senate Candidate Shannon Grove but aint talking no Politics !!! Challenging you...

#233- Gotta Love That Underdog…

Gotta love the Underdog story of Dream, Struggle & Triumphant VICTORY!!! The Marathon Race of Life starts with...

#232- I Must Admit That Sometimes I Suck…

It's Ok to Suck sometimes, but understand that "Suck" is just halfway to "Suck-cess"... Let me explain... Your...

#230- Reframing Peer Pressure…

Reframing Peer Pressure into something Positive... Let me Explain... The Dog Whisperer was on-to something... ;-) Believe you...

#229- Give Them Your BEST !!!

I'm Easy Like Monday Evening... Keep the Grind in perspective. Don't Grind all the time at the expense...

#228- Just Do it vs Just Don’t Do It…

If the best part of waking up is Folgers in your cup, we need to talk... Find and...

No Title… Let’s just let it Go w/ the Flow…

The most powerful words from one of my most favorite movie scenes were actually no words at all....

My Unsolicited Words of Encouragement

Hang in there my friends... Tough Times don't last, but Tough People do... May your Joy & Happiness...

#225- WOW! How to Bust-Up a Funk or Slump…

I'm EXCITED to reveal to you an Amazing Tool that I use to Bust-Up a Funk or get...

#224- The Biggest Presumption Error Exposed…

The Biggest Presumption Error that's shared by most... Let me explain... Is your Homework for life complete? Let...

#223- E3 is the Key…

Education, Environment & Experience is the Three Keys to Making it Great in your Space. With our Freedoms...

#222- The Best Lessons or Caught NOT Taught…

I had to put my foot down to help him catch the message. Yep, The Best Lessons or...

#221- The Many Faces of F.E.A.R…

The Many Faces of F.E.A.R... But you can OVERCOME and BECOME something Special with a "You Can Too"...

#220- The Real Meaning of Ho-Ho-Ho…

The Real Meaning of HO-HO-HO... Well, let me explain: Hope, Optimism, Helping Others & Harnessing Opportunity. P.O.V.E.R.T.Y: Passing...

#219- Save Your Water for the Dormant, NOT the DEAD…

That's right my friends, save your water for the "Dormant", NOT the Dead. Now let me explain... :-)...

#218- Most Audience Members Miss This One Thing

Pierre Peraldo Chamal Heverson Felix is riding shotgun with me to share his story of using his "Rock-bottom"...

#217- What it Takes to be a DIAMOND…

Can you handle the Heat & the Pressure for the time it takes to go from LackLuster to...

#216- Keeping Up With The CRAWFORD’s

What does the Jack of Hearts & the Five of Clubs have to say about Making it Great...

#215- A Death Today Reminded Me of Life…

Everybody wants to be a band member but not everybody wants to show up to practice. Hahahaha... Such...

#214- Anything But Average…

All the way from Galveston, Texas by-way of Moldova (Near Romania). Tatiana Verega the Amazing Dancer/Athlete/Beast of Moldova!!!...

#213- #1 Enemy & Biggest Bully

Happy Whole You My buddy Anna Marie Frank dropped by Make it Great Studios to ride shotgun and...

#212- Statistics Shown in a Fatherless Home…

Friendly Reminder: Success on any job can never make-up for Failure in the home... The most profound lessons...

#211- Epidemic Revealed…

Out of Sight, Out of Mind... In Sight, In Mind... :-) Keep your goals and dreams in front...

#210- What Happened in Vegas Didn’t Stay in Vegas

hear ye, Hear Ye, HEAR YE!!! My Wifey made a cameo appearance on my Facebook Live at 7:05...

#209- Most Significant Journey This Side of Heaven

So what is the Most Significant Journey this side of Heaven? Hmmm... Let me explain... What does Dreams...

#208- Me & My Bride Are Calling it QUITS!!!

Yep, Me & My Bride are calling it QUITS!!! Quits on missing out on our opportunities to do...

Don’t Forget to B.Y.O.D. & B.Y.O.E.

The last time I checked the United States of America was still the land of opportunity. But there's...

#207- L.E.A.V.E. a Legacy Worth Duplicating

Even the birds of Nature can fly 75% further in formation than they ever could flying alone. L.E.A.V.E:...

#206- Turn Your Lemons Into Lemonade

- Take those Lemons in Life and SQUEEZE the juice out of them and make some Sweet Old-Fashioned...

#205- Pick a Card… Any Card (2 & 7)

Pick a Card... Any Card... What does the 2 of Clubs and the 7 of Hearts have to...

#204- Shotgun with Kaitlynn – 600 Pound Gorilla

Let's Talk about the 600 pound Gorilla in the room or life. Don't pick your Poison, pick your...

#203- Perfectly ImPerfect – Marriage/Relationships

The Perfect Marriage/Relationship is NOT without its ImPerfections. So, embrace some of your differences because if you were...

#202- Life Doesn’t Let You Pick a Card…

- Life Doesn't let you Pick a Card... - Lesson Repeated Until Lesson Heeded - Change by the...

#201- The #1 Most Important Skillset, EXPOSED!!!

Exposing the #1 most important skillset this side of the universe and why you should be working everyday...

#200- Statistics vs Reality

The Statistics will Show that the Statistics Shown are just Statistics and those Statistics DO NOT have to...

#199- The 5 Rules to Living a GREAT Life

The 5 Rules to Living a GREAT Life are soooo stinking simple that most people miss them because...

#198- PTSD vs PTSP ?!?!

What does an Etch-A-Sketch & a Rearview Mirror have to do with Past Stress, Strain, Heart-ache and Pain?...

#197- I Was Reminded to Remind You of This…

Happy Mother's Day to you Mothers and to you Fathers who serve in the role as Mothers. ;-)...

#196- The ABCD’s are the Keys to being Exceptional

A Nugget Inspired by the NASCAR Pit Crew that applies to you and your Crew. The ABCD's are...

#195- Find The “Why” For Your “P.I.E.”

The 4-Step "P.I.E." Process that leads you to making your impact on this Hurting Humanity. On the ladder...

#194- The 4 Pillars of Making it Great

I've searched the world-over trying to find an exception to this rule, but none have been found. These...

#193- She said, “I Love it When a Plan Comes Together”

I asked my Bride what should be my nugget today on my Facebook Live at 12:05p and she...

#192- How Do I Start A New Beginning?

How do I start a New Beginning after a littered past of "Bad" choices? Let me explain... Contrary...

#191- The Water’s NOT that deep, so, STAND UP!!!

The Waters NOT as deep as you think it is my friend. So stop flopping & flailing and...

#190- Knowing, Doing & Being

The difference between Knowing it, Doing it, and Being it... What ingredients are baked into the cake of...

#189- Marrying these two will get you through…

Marrying Focus over Time can get you to the finish line. Stay true to that which you said...

#188- Don’t Skip the Rungs on the Ladder of Success

You can't skip the rungs on the ladder of success, because things that are obtained by sudden flight...

#187- We > Me… :-)

Prepare to Act on Life or Life will Act on You!!! Don't get caught-up in the vortex of...

#186- Aint it Awful or Aint it AWESOME ???

Aint it Awful OR Aint it AWESOME ??? Choose Wisely. Only a fool would curse a mirror because...

#185- My Secret Weapon Against a COP!!!

The Cop pulled me over and I pulled out my Secret Weapon and made him pay for my...

#184- The #1 Most Important Skillset in the Universe

Communication can give you the keys to the Kingdom and the Cookie Jar of Life... Those who hit...

#183- The Biggest Surprise I’ve Encountered In My Industry!

Don't go to battle for your Limitations... Let your Excuses for saying "No" be your Reasons for saying...

#182- My Letter to Mr. Adversity

My Letter to Mr. Adversity... Make sure you're well-positioned for the Economic Tsunami in the Employment Arena. A...

#181- The G6-Formula to Getting the Goal

Define it, Plan it, Write it, Post it, Speak it & TAKE ACTION DAILY!!! L.E.A.V.E. a Legacy Worth...

#180- Only one time through so watch what you Do

Make your Monday Magnificent!!! Don't just make a Check, Make a Change... Pour-on the Positive to offset this...

Shorten The Distance Btwn Knowing & GOING!!!

That's right my friends, Doer's are those who are quick to take what they Know and get on...

My Favorite Tool for Random Acts of Kindness

Good Friday, Bad Friday, Black Friday or Friday the 13th? I prefer "Good Fridays" everyday of the week...

Her Life was in my hands & I Took it

Ever had a Life in your hands and had to take it? Well, I can no longer answer...

#179- 26.2 Miles and Still Maintained My Smile…

Don't try this at Home if you're NOT mentally Strong... 26.2 Miles with ZERO days of trainging. The...

#178- Improvise, Adjust & OVERCOME!!!

The Point of No Return??? Turn your Test into your Testimony, Trial into your Triumph, Mess into your...

#177- Rock the Boat & Make Some WAVES!!!

Be BOLD! Be FEARLESS! PUSH THE ENVELOPE! ROCK THE BOAT & MAKE SOME WAVES!!! Good-4-Nothings UNITE!!! Give of...

Either Win or Become Wiser… Never Lose!!!

That's right my friends, the ONLY way to NEVER lose is to adopt the philosophy that in every...

#176- It’s Death that Gives Life its Value…

Time gets its value from the fact that it's LIMITED... And, it's Death that Gives Life its Value......

#175- Don’t Defer the Dream & Legal Scheme

Few things excite me more than watching other people WIN and achieve their Dreams. So, Don't Defer the...

Late Night Inspirational Insomniac Chat

To take a life or To NOT take a life? True Events. Don't let the things you'd Love...

#174- Until The Uncomfortable Becomes Comfortable

A Big Bully Called "Mistake"... There's No Gain in the absence of some Pain. Be Comfortable with being...

#173- That’s What She Said !!! Ms. Orange County

Inside Tips on "How to FAIL" so you'll know how to SUCCEED! The #1 Skillset that has Kyla's...

The Lion’s Belief Was That He Was a Sheep…

Late Night Inspirational Pillow Talk: Music can manipulate your emotions for "Good"... Stick around long enough doing the...

#171- A Snake Bite Aint Gonna Kill Nobody…

A Snake bite aint gonna kill ya... LOL The #1 most important skillset this side of heaven, REVEALED......

#170- Six Reasons Why People Leave JOBS…

People don't leave JOBS... They Leave Mean-Managers, Bully-Bosses, Silly/Selfish Supervisors, Lazy-Leaders, Crazy Co-Workers and Mediocre Money for services...

#169- Sailboats, Yachts & Boats, OH MY!!!

Sailboats, Yachts & Boats, OH MY!!! Ok to Share if you Dare to show you Care... ;-) MrMakeItGreat.com...

#168- Meet the Most Precious Commodity in History

The most precious commodity this side of the Universe. "I don't have the time." Is NOT a statement...

Descendants of Royalty

That's right my friends, we're ALL descendants of the highest of all royalty . So, never forget Who...

#167- Got Confidence?

Confident swimmers don't ask how deep the water is, they just dive-in and get-to-swimming. How many "No's" are...

#166- The RPLA Formula To Making it GREAT!!!

Your Skillsets without the proper Mindset is sure to leave you Upset I bet... :-) The RPLA Formula...

#165- If You Build it They Will Come…

If you Build it, they will COME! So, GET BUSY!!! Hahahaha... ;-) The dangerous intersection of Expectations and...

#164- The 4-A’s to Living a 4.0 Life…

The four "A's" to living a 4.0 Life... Don't let the sound of your own wheels drive you...

#163- Celebrated in Your Space or Just Tolerated?

Sometimes you want to go where everybody loves your name and they're always glad you came. Ok to...

#162- A Brick is Neither Good nor Bad, It’s Just a BRICK

Evil can ONLY prosper in the absence of those who will do Good... You don't need a change...

DON’T BUY IT !!!

That's right my friends, if someone is trying to tell you that achieving success in any area is...

#161- The Biggest Bully This Side of the Universe…

The #1 Biggest Bully this side of the Universe REVEALED !!! Don't just Tattoo your body. TATTOO THE...

#160- Your Destiny’s Calling. Go Get it!!!

Our Biggest Enemy is our "Inner-Me"... ONLY a Fool would chase the M&M's (Money & Material things) hoping...

#159- To Earn Millions or To Win Millions?

It's not about how much money you make, it's about who you become in the process. "Don't be...

#157- If You Build it, You Can Dictate Culture…

Building your community of people who "know you", "Like You" and "Trust You" can open the door to...

Got Problems?

That's right my friends, in this "Life" thing if you don't have problems from time-to-time, you've got a...

Like Daddy, Like Daughter…

If we don't teach them how to Dream Big and Work to Win, who will? Don't miss your...

Get Off The Stage & Get Engaged…

Once you get off the stage and get engaged with your audience, you'll see the magic happen right...

#156- An Economic Tsunami is Coming!!!

An Economical Tsunami is Coming!!! So, get to Higher Ground!!! How do I feel about MLM & Network...

#155- Become Comfortable w/ Being Uncomfortable

F.E.A.R.= False Evidence Appearing Real -OR- Face the Enemy And RESIST !!! Tips for Public Speaking... Daily Disciplines...

#154- The Elusive “True Joy & Happiness”

"True Inner Joy & Happiness" is always derived first from an inner peace. Start flexing your Mercy Muscles...

#153- A “No Man” is Needed for your Blind-Spot

A "Yes Man" in our life can be good, but an honest "No Man" in our life can...

#152- A Tsunami is Coming!!! Are You Ready???

Meet my friends Johnathan and Logan: Some Great Nuggets dropped today in a special way. Are you Ready...

#151- Watch Your Focus…

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Don’t Be A “Copy-Cat”…

That's right my friend, don't be a Copy-Cat. Become that AMAZING Cat that everyone wants to Copy. Don't...

#150- Mrs. Rosie Redbottom Changed My Life

When they're expecting your worst of your wrath, surprise them with the BEST they've ever had. Leverage your...

#149- Assigning Positive Blame on My Dad…

On my Dad's 69th Birthday today I would like to assign some POSITIVE blame: I blame him for...

Your Internal ECHO…

That's right my friends, how far you go in this "Life" thing will be determined by the internal...

She Made Our Day… ;-)

You ever try to make somebodies day and they end-up making yours? Stopped by Panda Express today for...

#147- Awesome Advice From ELMO & a Coconut

Elmo wanted to remind us that when we're feeling down we should Sing our Favorite Song. And, the...

#146- Make the Unplanned a Part of the Plan…

Look who dropped by... An unplanned visit from my longtime friend Rojelio Sanchez resulted in some tasty nuggets...

#145- You & Me = SYNERGY

There's no one of us that's Greater than the Sum of us... The Sum is always more than...

#144- I Have Yet to See an “Idiot Whisperer”…

When they're expecting your Worst, surprise them and give them your BEST! The gesture could quite possibly change...

#143- 20/20 Sight vs 20-/20 VISION…

One of the most significant journeys you'll ever take on this side of heaven is the journey from...

#142- The Student, Fool, Sleeper & LEADER !!!

We don't know what we don't know until we know it then we have to Show It !!!...

#141- WRITE THAT BOOK – Late Night Inspiration

WRITE THAT BOOK !!! I dropped some HUGE nuggets on how to do yours without using any of...

Keep You Joy Under Lock & Key

The best form of joy & happiness is independent of any outside situation or circumstance. That's right my...

#140- The itty Bitty Selfpity Committy…

Don't sign-up for the itty bitty selfpity committy... If change is to be, it's up to you &...

#139- Turn Your “What if” into a “What is”…

Don't defer the Dream to the next generation. Act Now! Cut with the Chatter and make your "Matter"...

#138- The Secret to Being the Exception…

In 2018, if you're going to cut some Negative stuff out, be sure to fill some Positive Stuff...

Yes “You CAN Do This”!!!

Created this picture to remind you that "YES YOU CAN DO THIS"!!! So, cut the " 't "...

#137- The ABC Rules & Regs for 2018…

The ABC Successipe to Making in Great in Two Zero One Eight (2018)... Don't get penalized & ostracized...

#136- WARNING in this New Year (2018) !!!

Expectations & Reality makes for a Nasty Collision... Don't let the Grind put you Behind... No "if's", "And's"...

#135- Keep-on Keeping-on!!!

Background music by Kenny "G" song "Silhouette" is always a hit to fill-in the gaps of silence and...

#134- Life Threw Me a Curve-Ball Ya’ll !!!

When life throws you a curve-ball, plant your feet, square your shoulders, hold your chin up and KNOCK...

#133- Hope Your CHRISTmas was EPIC!!!

Hope you made some memories that will keep you warm and fuzzy in your golden years. MrMakeItGreat.com MrBreadCrumb.com

#132- Christmas Makes Me “Feel” Like…

What memories will your little ones carry into their adults lives about the Christmas Holiday Season? As a...

#131- All Adversity is NOT Created Equal…

We had nothing to do with the cards we were dealt in this life at birth, but we...

#130- Kids Spell Love “T-I-M-E” not “W-O-R-K”

Our kids spell Love "T-I-M-E" and NOT "W-O-R-K". So, find that balance and Make it Great! Found your...

Stay on the “Right” Path…

This life has taught me that when you're on the "Right" path, the size of your steps don't...

#129- Today is Your LUCKY DAY!!!

Today is your Lucky Day because YOU say so... What you say is super-important so NOT ONLY speak...

#128- Creative Kindness Challenge…

Don't miss-out on the gift because you prejudged the package... Love, Kindness, Compassion, Mercy, Forgiveness, etc, etc, etc......

#127- Would You Want to Hangout With “YOU”?

Late Night Pillow-Talk Inspiration... If You weren't You, would You want to hangout with "You"? Would You want...

#126- Are You Celebrated or Just Tolerated?

In the words of the theme song from the 1980's hit sitcom "Cheers"... Sometimes you want to go...

#125- Baaah-Humbuggg… I Think NOT!!!

Roots & Wings vs Loot & Things Money & Material vs Meaningful Memories in the Moments. Be the...

#124- My Morning Mantra Fires Me Up!!! What’s Yours?

Your first accountability partner should be the one that's staring back in the mirror at you. Don't just...

#123- Mark Twain Got it Wrong!!!

Find a "Why" that makes you cry then commit to do something about it. Mark Twain got it...

Feeling Right at Home…

Most people's biggest fear feels like home to me. I really do live for this stuff and can't...

Don’t Spend Too Much Time w/ Time-Wasters…

A little unsolicited advice to get you over the hump on this "Hump-Day". Don't spend too much time...

#122- My Group-Home Boys GOT IT!!!

It was a Blessing to Be a Blessing... My Group-Home Boys quickly too their eyes off of "Self"...

Myth Busted: Tomorrow NEVER Comes!!!

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but here goes: THERE IS NO TOMORROW!!! That's right...

#121- Don’t Be a “Selfish-Giver”!!!

Knowing is Half the battle. Next comes "Corrective Action"... Don't be a "Selfish-Giver" this Christmas Season my friends....

#120- The “Real” You is NOT in Your Mirror

By what yardstick are you measuring the message of your life? We Can't manage time but we Can...

#119 – My MVP Recipe to Making it Great

Make sure your Mission, Vision & Principles are inline with the company you said "Yes" to so you...

What’s Your Perspective?

That's right my friends this life is all about what perspective you choose to view it from. I...

#117 – PART 3: The Successipe to “Great Leadership”

Great Leaders have a number of skillsets that affords them the ability to be "GREAT" Leaders and I...

#116 – PART 2: The Successipe to GREAT Leadership

Great Leaders have a number of skillsets that affords them the ability to be "GREAT" Leaders and I...

#115 – To Take Notes or NOT to Take Notes?

The most significant journey we take in this life will be from our head to our heart. It's...

#114 – Our Internal Self-Talk Can Build us Up or Beat us Down

Don't let "You" talk you out of doing that which you know you need to do. Our internal...

#113 – PART ONE: The Successipe to GREAT Leadership

Great Leaders have a number of skillsets that affords them the ability to be "GREAT" Leaders and I...

Be Nice & Be Kind…

My simple unsolicited advice for this Hectic Holiday Season is for everyone to just "Be Nice" & "Be...

#112 – Kids Spell “Love” T-I-M-E…

Success on the Job can NEVER make-up for Failure in the home. What will people say about you...

#111 – Shifting From Being Grateful to Giving…

The True Value of Life is measured NOT by how much you Gained, but how much you GAVE....

#110 – Religion & Decision ???

I've finally Figured Out that I will NEVER have it all Figured Out... ManKind vs ManEvil... Our Creator...

#109 – The M&M’s of Life Won’t Make You Happy

No-Thing can bring you "True Joy & Happiness". It's the intangibles that will get the job done. I've...

#108 – Get A “Plate-Full” & Be “Grate-Full”

Happy Thanksgiving from the Crawford's!!! Too much fun to leave out anyone... Ok to Share if you Dare...

#107 – He Called Us All Half-Breeds! WHAT!!!

We can educate the Ignorant but the Idiot has no cure... Just smile and wave... :-) Don't let...

#106 – Things Don’t Always Go As “Planned”

Make your Plan, Follow your Plan, Work your Plan and Expect for things NOT to go quite as...

#105 – Our Best Will Be Caught NOT Taught

Somebodies watching you and all that you do so make sure you're showing-off your Best Version of YOU......

#104 – Our Biggest Enemy is Our “Inner-Me”

One of the most important factors in the equation of your life is You because Nothing will Change...

#103 – ADVERSITY, The Bodyguard of Success

What does Fear smell like? CHICKEN!!! LOL ADVERSITY is employed by Success & Significance and it's always the...

#102 – Leader-Ship’s NOT a Tag, Title or Trophy

True Leaders help guide the ship no matter where they're positioned. True Leader-Ship is NOT a Tag, Title...

#101 – How’s Your Belief-O-Meter Today???

Believe you can or Believe you can't, either way you're exactly right. So, how about we start with...

#100 – How’s That “Golden Rule” Thing Working Out???

My inalienable rights and freedoms run out right where yours begin... So how's that "Golden Rule" thing working...

#99 – Pulling Weeds & Planting Seeds

There's a Blessing hidden in not being in a Hurry. It gives you a chance to chat... We're...

A Day of Pulling Weeds & Planting Seeds

The Hidden Blessing in NOT being in a Hurry I was finishing up my men’s monthly motivational meeting...

#98 – Pay Attention to What You’re Paying Attention to

Are you Focusing on what you're choosing to Focus on? Do you ever Think About what you're choosing...

#97 – Give-A-Little-$, Save-A-Little-$, Live-A-Little-$

So just how much $$ will it take to make you truly happy and give you peace of...

#96 – It’s Hard to Hate Up-Close & Personal

They told me one thing, but I found out "they" were wrong... It's hard to hate up-close and...

#95 – It’s Death That Gives Life It’s Value…

Ever been faced with a choice of taking a life or to let life play itself out? Well,...

#94 – An Acronym for a Tool Called ATTITUDE

A Positive Attitude is a choice so choose wisely. Find the Why that makes you Cry and your...

#93 – We Can’t Legislate to Drive Out HATE!!!

Don't believe the Hype!!! Our world is NOT just filled with EVIL, it's also filled with those who...

“No-Thing” Can Ever Make You Happy

Was just hanging out in my office tonight and thought drop you a friendly reminder that nothing will...

#92 – No-Thing Will Ever Give You True Happiness

The "L3 Recipe for Regrets" for those on their deathbed are enough to make you fear and shed...

#91 – Pay it Backward & Forward

When it comes to Kindness, Paying it Forward can be good, but Paying it Backwards to a perfect...

Pay it “Backwards” & Foward

Paying it forward is good, but paying it backwards in the drive-thru at your favorite fast-food restaurant can...

What? Why? When?

The 3 most important questions that leads to creating for this hurting humanity starts with What, Why &...

#89 – Give Without Want to Get What You Want

Being willing to give without want sets you up to get what you want. Adopting a mindset of...

#88 – Secure Your Own Oxygen Mask Then Help Others…

Put your seat-backs and tray-tables in their upright and locked position because we're about to Take-OFF!!! You can't...

#87 – Are You Making Your “Matter” Matter?

Homemade vs Store-Bought Success... Make your "Matter" matter... What Deserves your attention and NOT Disserves you and causes...

#86 – A Mask or the Real Thing? Halloween!!!

Mask on or Mask Off? Public Face Matches Private Face??? Ok to Share if you Dare to show...

#85 – Just One More Time Mama!!!

Little Aniyah said it best when she kept falling down, "Just one more time Mama?!?" Commitment: Ability to...

#84 – The Weakest Link Exposes the Strongest Chain

Any Chain is ONLY as strong as it's weakest link... Preemptively shoring-up your weaknesses increases your chance to...

# 83 – My Dad Caught Me Red-Handed…

You can't Blame, Shame or Complain if you can make a CHANGE... My Dad caught me red-handed... Ok...

#82 – Your Passion Can Make You Forget to Eat…

You're NOT one in a Million or one in a Billion. You're a Uniquely Designed ONE-OF-A-KIND! Operating in...

#81 – Myth Busted!!! Your Passion Won’t Always Feel GOOD!

Ask MrMakeItGreat.com Day... No one ever told me this important act about being in the area of your...

Are Your Kindness Muscles Suffering from Atrophy?

The most common crime almost always goes unreported. So, what is this crime and who is the guilty...

#80 – Don’t Just Make a Dollar, Make a Difference…

Don't just make an Income, Make an IMPACT... Don't just make a Living, Live your MAKING... Don't just...

#79 – Sight Rich & Vision Poor NO MORE!!!

Many of us are Sight Rich and Vision Poor but what we see doesn't have to be... Close...

#78 – Kindness & Compassion need Hands & Feet

Love, Kindness & Compassion need Hands, Feet and a Mouth-piece... Don't just Know it, Show it... Don't just...

A “Why” that will make you Cry…

L.E.A.V.E. a Legacy that's worthy of duplication. Live Everyday Adding Value to Everyone. Be willing to give without...

#76 – Play Your Marriage Like a SPORT!!!

Fight Fair & Don't Swear... Playing your Marriage or Relationship like a sport will definitely help you to...

#75 – Too Much Drama in the Rear View Mirror…

Eye's straight ahead with hands at 10 and 2 putting the pedal to the metal loaded-up and trucking...

#74 – Multi-Tasking Can Be Overrated…

My "D8-Formula" to Determining Your Destiny. I should've had a D8... Pick your One Thing and Make it...

#73 – Don’t Worry about the “What if…”

The Odds are in your favor, so don't worry about the "What if..." When you have no control...

#72 – With whom are you Associating???

So, exactly who's riding shotgun with you through this "Life" thing? Uplifters or Downdrifters? One UTE motivated Another......

Success on the Job Can’t Make-up Failing in the Home

Master those Moments and Make them Memorable... Success on the Job can NEVER make-up for failure in the...

I Blame You Dad!!!

I'm assigning some "Positive Blame" to my Dad today... Make your deposits so that they can later make...

#70 – My 5-Step Successipe to Great Leadership

The High 5... Success leaves clues to GREAT Leadership. The ABC's of the 5 Ingredient Successipe... Ok to...

#69 – My 6-P’s to Success in Home Based Business

Many have asked me my opinion about Network Marketing, MLM, Direct Sales and other Home Based Busines. AND...

#68 – The Peach Doesn’t Fall Far From the TREE

Let's take our "Peach-of-a-Life" and bare positive, good-tasting fruit for the ages. I love Peach-Cobbler Ala-mode, but even...

Much More than just 50 Shades of Adversity to Overcome

Get Back Up... Hang in there... Keep GOING!!! Success in the absence of struggle & adversity Does NOT...

#66 – Focus on the “Right” M&M’s of Life

Playing Dominos with my GroupHome boys revealed a forgotten "Truth". Focus on the "Right" M&M's of Life because...

#65 – Idle Time is the Breeding Ground of Negativity

Idle time & Passionless activity is the breeding ground of negativity... The "Rat Park" experiment exposes a familiar...

#64 – No Immunization for Positivity

In this cold & flu season be sure to build your immunity, but don't allow yourself to build...

#63 – Spoiler Alert: The Good Wins in the End…

Spoiler Alert: In the battle between Good & Evil, the Good wins in the end... Ok to Share...

STOP Planning & Just Get it DONE!!!

There comes a time when you have to Stop the Planning and just Get it Done because tomorrow...

#62 – Do You Need to Change Your Target?

Ever had that "I guess I should've thought it through." moment? We decided to keep the guns but...

#61 – The Intersection of Expectations & Reality. OMG!!!

The Intersection of Expectations & REALITY creates OMG!!! How are you doing with your DASH? Ok to Share...

#60 – Anonymous Giving Can Be Overrated…

The most important things we learn in this "life" thing will be "Caught" and NOT "Taught"... So, Anonymous...

#59 – Lighthouse Leadership

If you were the Boss, would you hire or FIRE "YOU"? Ok to Share if you Dare to...

#58 – Ok… Things just got Weird… :-)

Toilet paper in the nose? Yep, sometimes things don't go quite as planned... But the show must go...

#57 – Ooops… Was I too harsh when I said, “Don’t Pursue, ATTRACT!!!”

The #1 Question I get asked over-and-over-and-over again... How do I make more, be more, do more &...

#56 – My Monday Morning Mantra & Crawford Creed

Black & Blue Mondays are filled with Opportunity, you just have to know where to put your focus....

#55 – Technology Progress or Digress?

Don't just Text... Take'm To Lunch and Talk... The very foundation of human existence is connecting and socializing......

#54 – No “Selfish Givers” Allowed

No "Selfish Givers" Allowed... Let me Explain... I was RAK'd by David the Giant Slayer and loved every...

#53 – Ohhh The Labor Pains of Birthing a DREAM…

OMG those Labor Pains. Giving Birth to a DREAM! The 4 Trimesters of giving Birth to a worthwhile...

#52 – Do You Have A Big-ole’ “But”?

Uh-Ohhh!!! Do you have a Big-Ole' "But"? So, Do you have a Big-ole "But"? You know, that thing...

#51 – Your BIGGEST Enemy will be your “Inner-Me”

Your BIGGEST Enemy will be your ENEMY!!! You "Inner-Me" will no doubt be your BIGGEST Enemy... But my...

#50 – Avoid The “Happy-Medium Zone” Mindset

Avoid that "Happy Medium Zone" Mindset... A mind of Gratitude and Positive Attitude will lead you to Greatness,...

#49 – My Great-Great Grandfathers Book was never written

My Great-Great-Great Grandfathers Book Was Never Written... I would've loved to read my Great-Great-Great Grandfather's book of overcoming...

#48 – Be Like Water My Friend !!! (Persistence)

Spontaneous Messages are the BEST!!! Look at what Persistent Water can do... Be like water my friend... One...

#47 – Almost Had A Panic Attack, Now I’m Back on TRACK

I Almost Had a Panic Attack But I'm Back on TRACK!!! So what's your BIGGEST fear? I Almost...

Spontaneous Can Lead to Some Pretty Awesome Experiences

Don't be afraid to change it up a bit in this "Life" thing, you may be surprised at...

#46 – Don’t Swat that Fly!!!

That fly woke me up again this morning... Dangit!!! I'm gonna Kill Him!!! Hahahaha... Don't Swat That Fly...

#45 – 9/11… A Day of Infamy or Family?

Let it be a day we're reminded of how we need to come together as one BIG Family......

On a Safari in the Concrete Jungle (Mentorship)

My little Grouphome GrassHoppers are so easy to please. No Theme Park needed here. A routine Walk &...

#44 – Marriage Advice from the Black Crows of Life

I Took Marriage Advice from the black Crows of Life... Spend money on the Wedding, then INVEST in...

#43 – Do The Right Stuff Until Success Shows Up

The silent tragedy of NOT sticking around long enough doing the "Right" Stuff until your version of Success...

The BEST Fruit is on a BRANCH

Please allow for me to issue you some unsolicited advice today before you get it underway. Get outside...

#42 – The #1 objective of a “GREAT Leader”

The #1 Primary Objective of a Great Leader may NOT be exactly what you think... The Great Leaders...

#41 – Our Dreams Aren’t Microwaveable

"In Due Time"... Just Trust The Process... Stick around long enough doing the right stuff until your Success...

#40 – No Bunting Allowed. We ONLY Get One Shot

We ONLY get one swing at this "Life" thing my friends. So, NO Bunting Allowed!!! What's even worse...

No Reservations to the Pity-Party Please…

Be careful NOT to make reservations to someone else's Pity-Party. It's their party and they can cry if...

#39 – Radical Forgiveness

It's when someone has done you the Most Wrong that Forgiveness is the Most Strong. Forgiveness was created...

#38 – Labor Day – Is Your Job Your Growth POD?

Happy Labor Day!!! Reflection... Are you just making a CHECK or Making a CHANGE? Are you just Making...

#37 – If Times on the Clock, You Got a SHOT

As long as there's still time on the CLOCK, You still have a SHOT!!! Keep Fighting NO MATTER...

#36 – The Lazy-Bone Sydrome

If Laziness was a crime some of us would be condemned to the Electric Chair. LOL... ;-) No...

#35 – The Threat of Mrs. Rosie Redbottom

The day that the threat of Mrs. Rosie Redbottom changed my life... A Trigger for CHANGE... When they're...

#34 – Don’t Kill That Spider!!! The Police, Public, Paradigms

Don't Kill that Spider!!! The Police, The Public & The Paradigms Lead with a Self-Check & Mutual Respect......

#33 – Is Retirement the Goal?

What does this license plate mean, "ALLDUNN"? Don't "Withdraw, Retreat or Hideaway in a Sanctuary"... Repurpose you Talents...

#32 – Waiting for Your Ship to Come in?

Does "Good Things" realllly come to those who wait? Waiting for your Ship to come in? Garage Sale...

Hope vs Despair (Hang-in there Houston!)

When faced with a choice of Hope vs Despair, I choose Hope everyday of the week and twice...

#31 – My Unsolicited Word of Encouragement…

Please allow me to give you an Unsolicited Word of Encouragement... The Three Stages of "Going Through"... Ok...

#30 – FEAR = False Evidence Appearing Real

No Risk = NO COOKIES !!! Your Chance to have something special Tomorrow won't come in the absence...

#29 – Control Your Fate by Changing Your State

Yes you can really control your Fate by being willing to Change your STATE. Now let me explain......

#28 – Do You Think About What You’re Thinking About?

That's right my friends... Take time to Think About what you're "Thinking About". Pay Attention to what you're...

#27 – Pressure & Time = Diamonds by Design

Success in the absence of this one thing Does NOT exist??? Stick around long enough doing the "Right"...

#26 – Do You Need to Fire Some Old Coaches?

Time to fire some old coaches? Holding onto some obsolete paradigms or some out-of-date technologies? What's the most...

When in Doubt Stretch Your Arms Out

If you ever find yourself in serious doubt, Look up with both of your arms stretched out. In...

#25 – How Do I Get More _________ Out of Life?

The Answer to the #1 Question people ask me in the space of Personal Development. Continue to Set...

#24 – Change Your PTSD into PTSP

Leveraging your PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) can be a mighty source of PTSP (Post Traumatic Strength &...

#23 – Excellence & Teamwork Makes it GREAT

Yes my friends, it still takes TeamWork to Make the DREAM-Work... Excellence in the absence of TeamWork does...

#22 – If You Can’t See it You Can’t Be it…

The Sky isn't the Limit, It's your Internal Eye that's the Limit... If you can't see it, you...

#21 – How’s That Legacy Coming Along?

How's that "Legacy" thing coming along for you? Don't just "Say it", "Display it"!!! Ok to share if...

#20 – Greed, The #1 Motivation in our Nation

Revealing the #1 Motivation in our Great Nation that's destroying all Creation... Don't just Make a Dollar, Make...

#19 – Reframing the Word “NO”…

This word is the single most damaging word translated in ANY language and it can cut deeper than...

#18 – Kindness, Smiles & Compliments…

When you give these 3 PRICELESS things away it could make someone's day... Oh, it just might Make...

What’s Killing Creativity?

I’ve been doing that “Thinking” thing again lately and you know what happens when I do that… Yep,...

#17 – The Yearning of Your Passion & Purpose

Revealed the Unshakeable Yearning that will follow you to the GRAVE until you give it your Full, Undivided...

#16 – Turn Your Storm into Your Story

Turn Your Mess into Your Message and your Storm into Your STORY and share it with the WORLD!!!...

Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable

I'm hoping that this one is pretty self-explanatory... And, Yep it's still Ok to share if you dare......

#15 – The G6-Formula to Success

Shared the recipe/formula to Making it GREAT in any space... Success in the Absence of Struggle Does NOT...

#14 – The Predictable CHANGE in Life

The Most Predictable Phenomenon this side of the Universe... Screaming "Enough is Enough!!!" initiates the Process. Ok to...

#13 – Find the Why for your P.I.E.

Find the "Why" for your P.I.E. and set your goals HIGH!!! Mark Twain Got it Wrong!!! Ok to...

Our Toughest Bouts With Our Self-Doubts

Our toughest bouts may be with our own self-doubts… Yes that’s right my friends… Think it NOT strange...

#12 – Wasted Potential…

My Hot-Tub Confessions... ;-) A Hammer, Screw-driver and Concorde Plane, now let me explain... ;-) And, of course...

#11 – The Higher Heights of the Birds

The Birds of the air show us how to get there... The Higher heights require sacrifice. Ok to...

Do The Simple Math

It’s just simple Math folks… When the pain of remaining the same is greater than the fear of...

#10 – A Commodity Called “TIME”

The #1 Most Precious Commodity this side of Heaven & Why you should leverage it for "Good". The...

Too Late to Make it GREAT?

Once upon a time there was a little boy with an AMAZING DREAM, but he did nothing about...

#9 – Their Name, Their Topic & Their Time

THREE Quick Tips to Becoming an AMAZING Person of INFLUENCE... Name, Topic and Time Or Possession (TOP) And...

#8 – Our Internal Seed Has All That We Need…

I Got Blindsided and I Just Can't Hide it !!! WHAAATTTT!!! "Our Seed Has All That We Need..."...

#7 – The Aha Moment in Death Valley

The Aha Moment in Death Valley that reminded me of "Purpose"... Ok to share if you dare... ;-)...

#7 – The Aha Moment in Death Valley

The Aha Moment in Death Valley that reminded me of "Purpose"... Everyday LIVE @ 12:05p (PT)... Ok to...

Our Seed Has All That We Need…

I was hanging out last night with some of my group-home boys that I have had the privilege...

#6 – DON’T SETTLE !!!

"The #1 Action that Leads to Distraction" Settling for Good causes one to miss out on the GREAT!...

#5 – Attitude Determines Those who Fail or Sail…

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#4 – Adversity – The Biggest Bully This Side of the Universe

"Overcoming The Biggest Bully this side of the Universe???" Don't let the memory of your last failure prevent...

Stand In Your TRUTH

The most honorable place we can ever stand, Is in our own solid TRUTH and NOT in sand....

#3 – The D8-Formula to Making it GREAT

The D8-Formula to Making it GREAT... Anyone can show-up on Time And do what's Defined... But you gotta...

#2 – Idle Patience is NOT a Virtue

"Idle Patience is NOT a Virtue" The roots of the Chinese Bamboo Tree run DEEP and WIDE to...

Don’t Roll the Dice With Life

I've always said that we ONLY get one time through this "Life" thing, so let's NOT just try...

#1 – The 2nd Rat Gets the Cheese – So READ!!!

"The 2nd Rat Gets the CHEESE" Yes experience may be the best teacher, but learning from someone else's...

Maximize Actions by Minimizing Distractions

We can maximize our actions by simply minimizing our distractions because what’s focused on most develops in the...

Give it Your BEST!!!

Give it your very best when facing your life's test and don't worry about the rest. That's right...

The Guru of Your Group?

There are few things that I treasure more than having the privilege of being considered as an equal...

What’s Your Blood Type?

Would it surprise you if I told you that most people don’t like being around Negative people all...

True Leaders Say “Let’s”…

A good Manager says, “Go climb that mountain!!!” But a True Leader says, “Let’s go climb that mountain!!!”...

Got Perspective?

As I reflect on this day of National Independence, I’m reminded of one of our nation’s most prized...

The Road To Success Is NOT a Straight Line

If the road to Success was a straight line we would all get there in no time, but...

Old Caps & Grey Hair Won’t Get You There…

Old caps and grey hair doesn’t make you wise, It’s determined by what you’ve accumulated inside. Yes that’s...

When Expectations Meet Reality

Years of being together as business partners & marriage partners one of the biggest adjustments we’ve both had...

Deserves VS Disserves

In a technological world fraught with distractions around every corner, it’s becoming more-and-more challenging to stay focused on...

Always Do The RIGHT Thing…

Was having a conversation with a good friend the other day who was being tested by another and...

Show Us Your Killer ABS !!!

In times of struggle, strain, heartache and pain, be sure to dig down deep and don’t be afraid...

WE is Greater than ME

It’s no secret that there’s a daily, ongoing battle between Good vs Evil, Positive vs Negative & Right...

Pick Your Battles & Don’t Start a WAR!

There’s 101 different Major Conflicts in Marriage. So, PLEASE don’t let the toilet seat “Up or Down” be...

The 6 & 9 Perspective

Truth can often times be subjective to your position, perspective and previous directives. That’s right my friends, not...

My “Right-Hand-WoMan”

Most guys are known to have what we call a "Right-hand-Man", but I have a "Right-hand-WoMan" and her...

We ONLY Get ONE Shot

Would it surprise you if I told you that we ONLY get ONE shot at this “life” thing?...

A Better You Makes A Better Crew

Better Teamwork makes the Dream-work and a Better Crew starts with a Better "YOU". That's right my friends,...

Let Your Kids See What You Do…

Few things make me more proud than having my kids working at my events. I’ve learned that the...

He Has Risen! So, HAPPY EASTER!!!

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Your Hearts Virtue?

Family time is a must in the Crawford household and a Meal & a Movie is always a...

That Contagious Smile :-)

That's right my friends there's nothing in the world more powerful than a contagious smile. I should know...

Beware of The Rogue Cops

BOLO Alert!!! Be On the Look Out for the two biggest rogue cops this side of the universe...

Don’t Fail to Learn From Your Failure

The ONLY true Failures in our life are when we Fail to learn from the Failures in our...

Never Quitting is NOT Enough

One of the biggest well-intentioned lies I’ve ever been told in my business career is that I would...

Goal Diggers vs Gold Diggers

In this life there are Goal-Diggers and Gold-Diggers. One is looking to build their own dream and the...

Embrace Change to Realize Your Gain

Just in case you've ever wondered what it looks like to actually embrace change, I created this visual...

Worry NOT in Advance

Was lending an ear to a good friend recently who was sharing some worries and concerns about some...

The Tug-of-War Wages On…

The Deeds & Doings of our everyday Reveals a Tug-of-War that’s constantly at play. One between Evil &...

The Butterfly Reminder

One of the best signs to know that we’re at the cliffs-edge and precipice of our comfort zone...

The Stairway to “YES”

In whatever worthwhile goal, dream or legal scheme you embark upon, never forget that the stairway to your...

The Commitment Level of a Suicide Assassin

I’ve heard the toughest assassin to stop is the one who’s willing to sacrifice his own life in...

Intoxicating Service to Others

Just a friendly reminder to all that consistently giving and being of service to others can be both...

Black Santa is at it Again…

Black Santa is at it again reminding us that cheer is of no use to us unless we...

Here Today & Gone TODAY

The phrase, “Here today and gone tomorrow.” is a misnomer. We could actually be here today and gone...

No “Selfish Givers” Allowed

Don't let this be you this Christmas Holiday Season you Brokers of Hope... ;-) When we refuse to...

Choose A “Why” That Makes You Cry

Would it surprise you if I told you that succeeding at anything we do in this "life" thing...

Our Dreams or NOT for Sale

Let’s take the barcode off of our Dreams and place them into the priceless glass case behind the...

Beware of the Dragons of Well-Intention

I got a phone call recently from a good friend who has a BIG dream and had just...

True Success & Gain

True Success & Gain in the absence of Struggle & Strain can never be Obtained & Sustained. Yes...

Fill That Bucket Before You Kick It!!!

I was rambling around in my mother-in-law's garage and found this reminder and thought I'd pass it on...

Rainbows & Opportunities

Was driving back home from Los Angeles a day ago with my daughter and her husband when I...

No Recognition Needed

Those with mustard seed faith, humility, persistence and minimal need for acknowledgement or credit can do the seemingly...

The Divide & Conquer War Tactic

I’ve been asked by many over the past few days if I could share a few words about...

“Idiot” Has No Limits

As a young, wide-eyed, naïve kid I was foolish enough to believe that adults and my elders had...

Drama Free & No Negativity

Ok, here’s my latest news bulletin-invitation for the week: Please consider joining us in filing an official restraining...

“I’m Sorry… Forgive Me… I was Wrong…”

This life has shown me that the three toughest things to say in the English language are, “I’m...

Guilty Until Proven Innocent

If you were charged with demonstrating kindness, compassion & positive actions to your fellow-woman and fellow-man would you...

Bridal Your Tongue

Just a friendly reminder: Shouting at a loved-one when extremely upset, May create hurtful words that we may...

I Don’t Know

I just recently realized that some of the smartest people I know are actually the ones who aren’t...

Wealth Without Health

Ok Young Grasshoppers... Only a fool would delay their health in pursuit of wealth because once the wealth’s...

The M&M’s of Life – The Egyptians Got it All Wrong

A meaningful message in a moment from MrMakeItGreatMake.com to jump-start your work-week. The Egyptians got the M&M's of...

Skillsets minus Mindset = UPSET

Just as sure as our Skillsets without the proper Mindset will leave us Upset, so too shall our...

Strengthen Your Mind During Idle Time

While hanging out at the doctor’s office today I thought I’d ask a rhetorical question. Would you think...

Protect Your Inner Circle

Just a friendly reminder that our life is made-up of a series of circles and we have a...

A Chicken Little Faith

Chicken Little was definitely NOT named after his level of faith because he was no “chicken” and his...

Move & Mold that Tree While it’s Young

A spontaneous meaningful message from MrMakeItGreat.com to start your week. And of course it's okay to share if...

Stay Green & Growing

Just a little friendly reminder as you once again prepare to roll into another welcomed weekend. Stay Green...

Your Homework for LIFE

Pssst... I just wanted to remind you that your homework for life is to find and follow your...

While gazing up at the stars tonight I was suddenly inspired to grab my pen and write: Even...

Write by Moonlight

I must admit that I seem to do some of my best writing under the moonlight of the...

Your Strain is NOT in Vain

Your Struggle and Strain or heartache and pain was not in vain or to tarnish your good name....

Sight-Rich & Vision-Poor

I think the late great, blind crusader Helen Keller said it best when she said “The only thing...

Role-Model Trivia

Had a tough time falling asleep last night again so I created a little trivia for you to...

Pay the Price in the Pie of Life

In the days of my youthful ignorance I wasn’t always able to connect the dots of just how...

A Krispy Kreme Smile – Kindness

You'd be surprised how easy it is to make somebodies day. Kindness & Compassion need a face, hands...

The Chinese Seed of Patience

No matter what you're going through, just remember to keep-on moving because eventually you'll be popping out on...

The Power of Our Words

Our words are more powerful than we could ever know so let's choose to speak life not only...

It’s Your Time !!!

We can’t turn back the hands of time or the sands of time. That’s right my friends. We...

Personal Devices = Personally Divisive

A special event happened this morning, So, I created this photo to give you a WARNING. Today I...

My Backstage Prayer

Many have asked how do I feel or what is going through my mind right before I step...

Chasing Dollars & Dimes

In this "life" thing we ONLY get one time. So, don't spend it chasing Dollars & Dimes. Let's...

The Conscience of a Grang-Banger

A sleepless night caused me to write under the moonlight of a reformed Gang-bangers plight: ENJOY... “The Conscience...

Choose to Enhance Despite Your Circumstance

Wal-Mart parking lots are not only always full of cars, they’re also full of opportunities. “Opportunities for what?”...

Believe You Can or Believe You Can’t?

As chaos abounds all around causing many of us to wear a frown, Stand your ground and don’t...

The Stairway to Success

I was climbing these stairs a few days ago and was suddenly reminded of an irrefutable fact that...

A Vow of Poverty?

Was chatting with a good friend of mine yesterday and she was sharing with me how frustrated she...

Feeling Like the Odds Are Stacked Against You?

For those of you who feel like you’ve been in your storm for waaaay too long and the...

Think Outside of the Crayon BOX

I may NOT be the sharpest crayon in the box, but at least I'm capable of thinking outside...

The Transparent Teacher, Preacher and Speaker

This life has shown me that few are able to connect with others better than the Transparent Teacher,...

CONGRATULATIONS on Your GRADUATION Cedric Crawford Jr.

CONGRATULATIONS on Your GRADUATION Cedric Crawford Jr.

Success Without the Struggle DOES NOT EXIST !!!

Just a friendly reminder from MrMakeItGreat.com AKA MrBreadCrumb.com AKA CedricCrawford.com that Success and Significance in the absence of...

On Trial for Killing’em With Kindness

I've got a rhetorical question for you before you call-it-a-night or start your day. If you were on...

To Forgive & Forget?

To forgive someone can be a walk-in-the-park for many, but to forget can be a marathon-run that may...

Random Acts of Kindness

My wish for us all in this month of “May” is... “May” random acts of kindness never get...

Personal Development is a Must

The million dollar questions that make a lot of cents (sense) but won’t cost you a dime… Can...

Kick That Bird Out of the Nest

Even the birds of nature won’t ever really know their full potential and capabilities until they’re pushed out...

You’re AMAZING !!!

Amazing was lost, but I think I’ve found it in you. That’s right my friend “Amazing” is definitely...

Worry a Bit, Then Get Rid of it…

Bobby McFerrin’s 1988 hit song “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” was the song of the year and created a...

You Are Indeed a Rock STAR

Just a few words of encouragement to you for all you do in front and behind the scenes....

Give it Your BEST!!!

To you athlete’s both young and not-so-young please allow me to give you some unsolicited advice. Make no...

If The “True You” Sucks, CHANGE…

Don’t stay true to yourself if the “True You” sucks. Be willing to change and don’t remain the...

Forgettable vs UnForgettable

Looking back over my life's journey I've come to realize and recognize that our life is primarily made-up...

Stay On The Right Track

I was hanging out with some of my group-home boys a few days ago walking the railroad tracks....

Think Outside the BOX

Boxes were created for boxing up gifts and things NOT thoughts and dreams. So, don’t be afraid to...

Tough Times Make You & Recreate You

Don’t let the tough times rape you and break you but shape you, make you and recreate you...

It appears that many of us parents that play an active, meaningful role in our kid’s lives are...

Mr. Orville’s Story – WWII

Being the huge World War II enthusiast I am, there are few things that make my smile bigger...

How Are Those Smile Muscles of Yours Today?

Over the years I’ve discovered that the most meaningful muscles on our miracle bodies bar-none are the ones...

Wishing You the BEST Your Efforts Deserve

Over the years I’ve come to realize that “Luck” is just a lazy man’s definition of a hardworking...

The Bad Apples & Pears

Would it surprise you if I told you that many people have asked me to offer a comment...

The Advantage of Being Taken Advantage of

No shame on you Ms. Betty-Sue… As a kid my brothers and I were the quintessential young entrepreneurs....

No Excuses to Fail, Just Reasons to do Well…

Was having a little one-on-one chat with one of my little group-home boys today and to my surprise...

Much More Than Just a Treat…

So, I was between appointments tonight with a little time to spare and I thought it would be...

Crisis = Opportunity

This message is for that guy who just lost the very thing that may have made him feel...

Don’t Take The “No’s” Personally

Over the years I’ve found that one of the most difficult skills to learn in this “Life” thing...

You May Be Your Biggest Inspiration

Would you think I was weird if I told you that one of the most inspirational people in...

A Breath of Fresh Air A Midst The Smog

A midst the tumultuous, unpredictable days of uncertainty ahead, I challenge you to be that breath of fresh...

Get Your FREE Book TODAY !!!

Want to stay Motivated, Inspirated and just plain-ole' Fired up and Focused in a world full of distractions...

A Knack for Taking Things Personal

For some unknown reason it appears that I’ve been bumping into a lot of generous, giving people lately....

May Your True Colors Bleed Through

Have you ever been tempted to stop praying for someone because their actions and behavior continues to show...

The Gift of Shutting Up

One of the most Amazing Gifts this side of heaven is the ability to know when to just...

Get Your FREE Book & “Pay-it-Forward”

ATTENTION ALL YOU LEADERS !!! Have you ever felt like you’re overwhelmed losing your sanity and religion trying...

Do you have a “Wood Butt”?

Many people appear to have a “wood-butt” now-a-days. Yes that’s right, I said “wood-butt”. When it comes to...

File a Restraining Order

I've done a lot of events over the years but this was a FIRST!!! I had the privilege...

The Toughest Critics…

Think it NOT very strange if your toughest critics share your same last name. Just keep-on rockin &...

Magnified Effort Over Time

Pssst.... I've got a little word of encouragement for you as you get geared up for this next...

Got Goals? Add a Zero !!!

Conversation with my Baby-Girl... Me: “Chayse-Marie, I’m gonna place 10,000 books into the hands of 10,000 people in...

Your Invited to My Book-Signing

I want to meet YOU !!! So, come to my BIG Book-Signing Event in the MarketPlace of Bakersfield,...

What Would You Say & Do?

What words would you say if you knew that they would be heard by billions and what actions...

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2016 !!!

Me, Myself & I would not only like to wish you a happy new year, we want to...

A Good Synergy Saves Energy

Surrounding ourselves with people who are just as passionate about what they do as we are about what...

VOLUME 2 is Here for YOU !!!

OFFICIAL RELEASE DAY is TODAY !!! Merry CHRISTmas !!! Be one of the 1st 100 to order your...

Bread Crumbs to Making it GREAT (Volume 2) is HERE!!!

People often ask me why am I always smiling? Well, it’s because I have a little fairy in...

An Immunity to Positivity

Now that cold and flu season is upon us, let’s be sure to do all that we can...

One Tree One Seed

Yes my friends, the tallest trees in this world of ours start from one little bitty seed and...

The Fraternity of Eternity

I don’t like being the bearer of bad news so today I’ll be the bearer of the “Good...

A “Selfish Giver”

Ever heard of the oxymoron called a “Selfish Giver”? Well, I’m sure you haven’t because I just made...

A Parent Called “Experience”

I’ve realized and recognized that sometimes the best thing we can ever say or do for a child...

I SUCK !!!

Ok, time for a little bit of transparency from Mr. Make-it-GREAT. I must admit that I suck at...

No Perfect People Allowed

I must admit that I’ve noticed a lot of things on Sunday mornings but one thing I have...

Are you being led and fed or just entertained for personal gain? Indeed a tough question that requires...

Hang-on in There…

Ah, Ah, Ah, Ahhh… Don’t you even think about it. I know you thought about it recently but...

Use Your Hands To Serve

As a Motivational Speaker I’ve always been amazed at how easy it is for me to get the...

Death Valley Comes to LIFE!!!

Well, did you see it? It was all over the news 10 years ago and it managed to...

A Great Leader Surrounded by Great Leaders

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Don’t Feed The BEAST!!!

I used to ask myself why does it appear that the negative naysayers that spew drama, dissention and...

Display Kindness in Every Season

We never need a rhyme or reason to display kindness in every season. www.MrMakeItGreat.com www.MrBreadCrumb.com www.TheInspirationStore.com

Shaken or Stirred (Life)

Unlike our favorite cocktail or drink we would probably never willingly ask for our lives to be shaken...

Respect the Flag (Veterans Day)

Was chatting with a group of high school students yesterday and in a moment of opportunity I felt...

Focused Through the Fire and the Fog

Lack of this one thing has claimed the goals, dreams and the grandest aspirations of an untold number...

Take the Limits Off

Quick Question: Is your current job preventing you from being all that you can be? Does your ladder...

BIG Status & BIG Vices

So often is the case that those who are BIG in status and success may oftentimes have even...

Fear Smells Like CHICKEN !!!

Do you know what "Fear" smells like? Chicken !!! LOL... That's right folks, so don't be a "Chicken"...

The World’s Biggest Bully

Don’t be surprised if the biggest bully in your life ends up being the memory of your last...

How are you doing?

She told me she was feeling okay, But her eyes gave her true feelings away. His physical appearance...

Something Bigger Than You.

In all that you do get involved in something that’s bigger than you. So, don’t just make a...

The Questions

Are the words you speak when others are weak, Worthy of plagiarism by those who seek? Are your...

I Choose “Love”

I was recently asked if I would consider commenting on the new Supreme Court decision about same-sex marriage...

World’s Most Dangerous Intersection

Did you know that the most dangerous intersection in the world has claimed more victims than all the...

STAY PUT!!!

I seem to find myself humming the lyrics of the legendary rock group Queen’s old 1980 hit song...

Finite Time for These Bodies

Our physical bodies are tangible vehicles that have been given to us for our souls to express our...

Let it Burn-Baby-Burn

I did a little research recently and was surprised to discover that the overwhelming majority of people who...

In Her Own Words

"I'm afraid I won't like it." was my daughter's words before my wife started on her seven hour,...

The Straight-and-Narrow

Was blindsided this Magnificent-Monday-Morning by an old temptation and had to turn and flee. That’s right my friends,...

The Meaning of Vaccining

Feeling the pressure of a little adversity lately? Well, I’ve found that a little adversity every now-and-then gives...

Don’t Choke That Chicken Just Yet

I’ve been doing that “thinking” thing again lately and I’ve come up with a new “Cedricism” (As someone...

In His Likeness

I was sitting in a packed physician’s waiting room today and a young solo pregnant Mom was called...

Your Absolute BEST Effort

Ok, I have a special word for all of you who dare to compete in this “Life” thing....

“I AM”

For those who feel like you’re losing your faith as you’re going through the fire, I’ve received a...

Trauma – to – Triumph

Now that’s a first… I placed an order online for this T-shirt with a catchy message and two...

Motivated by Dream or Dread?

I took this photo last night while admiring the beautiful blue sunset and was inspired to write the...

My Prayer

To the broken-hearted, the broken-bodied and the broken-spirited, I have prayed for you today and received an answer...

Stick To Your Guns

History has shown us all over and over again that majority vote and popular opinion Does NOT always...

Turn Your PTSD into Your PTSP

After experiencing a traumatic event in our life some of us may suffer from a form of what...

Strange Things to Be Thankful For

Strange things to be thankful for from MrMakeItGreat.com: - Unanswered prayer. (Answered prayer would’ve sent me in the...

Job’s

People don’t leave ‘jobs’, they leave Bully-Bosses, Mean-Managers, Outrageous-Owners, Crazy Co-workers and Mediocre-Money for services rendered. So, keep...

Long & Happy Life OR Wrong & Crappy Life?

Lately it has become clear to me that those of us who claim to be “Do-Gooders” in this...

There’s no such thing as an “Idiot Whisperer”

Sometimes we just have to move out of the way and let an idiot be an idiot. (Inspired...

The Lost Leader

History shows that during the latter part of World War II the great Winston Churchill was approached and...

True Leaders LEAD from the Front

Managers manage, Supervisors supervise and Bosses boss but True Leaders LEAD. Yes that’s right my friends don’t be...

I Can’t Sleep

The most compelling dreams of our life’s purpose aren’t always the ones we see when we’re sleeping, they’re...

Truth & Right > Brute & Might

The ONLY thing that’s more powerful than brute & might is truth & what’s right. So we must...

The Great Leaders

Just as the Greatest Teachers are Great at making their students Great, so too are the Greatest Leaders...

Serve & Deserve

Life doesn’t respond to our plead for our needs, It responds to we deserve because we’ve served. So,...

Having The Time of Your Life

Have you ever had the time of your life just by sitting and watching other people have the...

The Scavenger Hunt of Life

In the scavenger hunt of life I found Genuine Joy in the twinkling eyes of my kids, True...

Dusk or Dawn?

Was watching a beautiful sunset yet again last night and it suddenly dawned on me that the crack...

It’s YOUR TIME!!!

For all those times that the ball didn’t quite bounce your way. For all those critical moments where...

Choose Wisely

Was at an event recently and I actually heard one of the speakers say that a recent study...

The Yardstick of a Man’s Measure

The true measure of a man is NOT in how much wealth he can gather but in him...

Progress or Digress?

As I look around in observation, I see that TV ratings are on the up while integrity and...

Change of Venue or Change Within You?

After having lived in five different states and two different countries over the past years I’ve found that...

In Appreciation for His Majesty

You woke me up this morning with a fit body and a sound mind and then had to...

The Secret to “Success” Unveiled

Psss… I’ve got the inside scoop on this thing called “Success” and I’m willing to share it with...

To Say or Display? That is the question…

When it comes to good sense and doing what's right, this life has taught me that just because...

Intelligent Disobedience

I just learned recently that guide dogs are taught to exercise a special skill called “Intelligent Disobedience”. This...

A Blessing in a Bankruptcy

During this month exactly 10 years ago this family picture was taken in our backyard pool area with...

The Many Months of Change

The months of change can be kinda strange, So I wrote you a short poem to ease your...

Continued Education

This life has revealed to me that those who are committed to personal development and self-help have an...

The Open Up Show with Don & Tina

A sneek-peek at MrMakeItGreat.com hanging out with Don & Tina on the "Open Up" Show dropping some nuggets...

Here’s THREE for FREE

I’m feeling a little generous today so I’m gonna give you three significant findings I’ve discovered over my...

The Bouncing Words of Lip Service

Been hearing a lot of "Blah, Blah, Blah" lately? Well, the ONLY service that will never be rewarded...

A Contagious Smile

Yep that's right my friends, a contagious smile can be leveraged in a moments notice to give even...

How’s That Level of Conviction Today?

I’ve been thinking lately about this thing we call “Conviction” and a late night has caused me to...

Got Goals?

Got Goals? You've got to be hungry with an appetite that can ONLY be satisfied by that which...

The “I’m Gonna” Disease

WARNING !!! WARNING !!! WARNING !!! WARNING !!! Lately it appears that a severe case of the “I’m...

Don’t take it to the Grave with you

A short motivational message from MrMakeItGreat.com to kick-off your week: You'll love it or your money back. ;-)...

Can I be your Monkey?

Ever heard the phrase, “I feel like I have a monkey on my back.”? Well, having a monkey...

A Magnificent Monday!!!

TGIM !!! Thank God Its MONDAY !!! I’m having a “WooHoo!” early morning and I wanted to pass...

The Flip-Flop heard around the world…

Life is too short to live it building someone else’s dream while your purpose and passion sits on...

Cougars

Ok, I have a confession to make. The rumors are true. I do have a separate relationship with...

“Joy-Stealers” Watch Your Back

That’s it!!! Enough is Enough!!! I’m gonna have to call the cops because there’s just too much stealing...

Rock on with your “Bad” self…

My wife uses words like “obsessed” and “addicted” when she refers to the time I invest in doing...

Let it Fly…

“BUT CEDRIC, HE KEEPS CALLING ME NAMES!” he yelled. “Well if it doesn’t apply, don’t cry, just let...

Fake it ‘Til You Make it

Well, it’s official! I just filed my first official restraining order. “Against whom?” you might ask. Well, it’s...

I Choose Love, Kindness & Mutual Respect

I’ve been thinking lately about the many religions and spiritual beliefs that now exist in this world of...

Me Left Alone With Me

Sometimes the scariest person we could ever be left alone with may actually be ourselves. That’s right my...

Never Join’em

Ever heard the phrase, “If you can’t beat’em, join’em”? Well, when you’re on a mission to model kindness,...

Stay Congruent

Over the years I’ve learned that one of the best test of a person’s true character is how...

Life’s Laws & Life’s Lessons

Life’s Laws and Life’s Lessons will always be at play in the game of life and the more...

I’m Leaving…

Ok friends, I regret to inform you that I’ve reluctantly decided that I will be taking a long...

The Planet is Rich!!!

This may come as a bit of a shock to many of you but I’m told that the...

Don’t Fall For The “Okie-Doke-Joke”

Finding yourself wanting to text people more than talking to them lately? Well, you’re not alone. I’ll be...

Live…

Hey guys and gals I just wanted to give you a friendly reminder that we only get one...

Don’t Believe The Lie of Meeting the “Right” Guy

On this day at approximately this exact time 21 years ago I met this gal named Karen Ice...

Avoid The “Happy-Medium Zone”

Having pride in oneself is a process that should always be a work-in-progress. Yes my friends, when it...

Memorial Day Hero’s

On this day of remembrance something tells me that those who paid the ultimate price with their life...

Mind, Body & Soul

There’s no shortage of pretty faces of all races in many places, But a pretty mind most of...

My Mentors Spot is the Rocket Shop

Was having a candid conversation at our favorite spot (The Rocket Shop) today with my mentor and good-friend...

A Sacrifice Too Great

Some parents work overtime every week so their kids won’t wear a frown, But most kids would rather...

It’s Okay to Lose Your Cool

Some have asked, “Why no post from me on Mothers Day?” And to that I say, “I didn’t...

Live Your Making…

Nothing beats a band intro playing my favorite theme music. And the crowd goes WILD!!! Sooooo much fun...

The Ingredients to a Life Worth Living

Was up late last night so I grabbed my pen to write... A dash of disappointment with a...

Are You Out of Your Mind?!

If the question is, “Are you out of your mind?” My answer is, “Absolutely, and proud of it!”...

Puberty Exposed

Physical puberty shows growth in the body and mental puberty shows growth in the mind but the reality...

What’s Your “What if” Scenario?

Some of the most important movements this side of the universe started with the words, "What if..." So...

Humans Are Amazing!!!

As I look around in silent observation lately I’m noticing that some humans are AMAZING!!! Amazingly talented Amazingly...

An Unkind Life and Cruel Nights

Was up late last night again and of course you know what that means. Yep, I created another...

What’s Your Score?

I was tempted to cheat but I thought that it would be pretty ridiculous for me to cheat...

The Threshold of Good & Evil

Nothing pleases our Creator more than someone who ultimately decides to cross the threshold from doing evil and...

The Bully Called “Life”

Forty-four years of living has taught me many important things. One of those important things is that the...

An Unwanted Guest

Ok everybody, I have to be honest and admit that I gave-in a few weeks ago and ended...

More Than Just 50 Shades of Grey

I’m sure that we can all agree that when it comes to adversity, pain, struggles and strains life...

Don’t Beat Yourself Up

Before calling it a night, I’d like to take this opportunity to say congratulations to all of you...

“Failure”, A Necessity of Life Itself

Over the years I’ve come to the realization that in this “life” thing we will all experience different...

I Took a Loss Yesterday

I fell into some old, time-wasting, unproductive habits and lost a good portion of my time yesterday but...

The Lie of What Money Can Buy

Of all the extremely impoverished places I‘ve had the opportunity to visit in my lifetime, from the dirt-hut...

WOW!!! I Did it!

On this Magnificent Monday may the special descriptive word used to describe your metamorphic change from who you...

Would You Follow Your Own Advice?

I’ve learned that sometimes in life we have to sit down and have a long heart-to-heart conversation with...

Challenges May Vary

This life has revealed to me that we’re all born with a set of internal gifts and talents...

Change of Venue Needed?

A word to the wise from MrBreadCrumb.com: "Sometimes a change of venue just may spark a change within...

Meeting an Old Friend

I showed up unannounced at the gym today in search of one of my old friends whom I...

Odds Are Stacked Against You?

Feeling like you’re at a fork in the road and the odds are stacked against you making it...

Step-Up & Step-In

Would it surprise you if I told you that you’re the Tylenol and Motrin for somebody else’s Aches...

My “Enemy” is My “Inner-Me”

My Wednesday Warning of Wisdom for you is a friendly reminder and although I may have said this...

It’s Written All Over Your Face

Was on my way to an appointment today and happened to glance over at the woman in the...

I Forgot to Worry…

Hey, I just realized that yesterday was Friday the 13th. Whoa!!! I forgot to worry about bad stuff...

The Media’s Influence

Well, I was up a little late last night and you know what that means. Yep, I wrote...

No Co-signer Needed

As I look around in observation of the obvious I can't help but to notice that many continue...

Mr. BreadCrumb on the “Open-Up” Show

Had a great time on the "Open Up Show" with Don & Tina. Take a quick peek and...

Here & NOW

Got a quick minute? If so, let me encourage you on this “Hump-Day-Wednesday” to be careful not to...

Psss… I need a little help today…

Pssss.... I need a little help spreading some love, kindness and positivity today to offset some of this...

No Gain in the Absence of Pain

On our quest for gain we must prepare to go through some discomfort and pain. Yes my friends,...

Happy Photo vs. Sad Photo

Anyone that really knows me will probably agree with this photo. It's just my way, so what can...

Your Dreams Can Reveal Your Inner-Schemes

One of the best ways to determine who we really are and what we’re really about deep down...

To Say or To Display?

Our words are easy to say but tougher to display because “self” gets in the way. Yes my...

Your Four Walls

So, I’m sitting in my office right now listening to the idle-chatter of conversation that’s coming from my...

Welcome the Struggle

Just a little friendly reminder for you from MrBreadCrumb.com as you enter into yet another welcomed weekend. Success...

Make Your “Matter” Matter…

I’m not sure who this is for today, but here goes….. Scientists say that we’re all made-up of...

The Bad is Outworking the Good

A little “food-4-thought” from MrBreadCrumb.com: As I look around in observation of the newest ingenious developments in this...

Please allow me to steal your Thunder…

Please allow me to steal your thunder this week and replace it with lightening because if you really...

Take Your “No’s” in Stride

Your future “Yes” no doubt may be determined by your ability to take a present “No” in stride...

A World Full of “Good Intentions” & “Apologies”

If “Good Intentions” without actions and work were enough, there would be no need for apologies. And if...

Minutes in the Months vs. Memories in the Moments

Our time shouldn't be measured by the minutes in the months, but by the memories in the moments....

A Misunderstood Passion

I was just recently reminded of a commonly misunderstood fact that I uncovered and discovered years ago. This...

Keep Saying, Doing & Believing and you’ll start Receiving…

History has taught me again and again that if we say and do the things that we believe,...

I Wish You No Happy Ending

Contrary to popular opinion, I believe that the best relationships don’t actually have happy endings. They actually have...

No “Bunting” Allowed

If I told you that you only had one swing at bat would you try to knock it...

“Me”, “Myself” and “I” All AGREE!!!

Me, Myself and I all agree that 2015 is going to be an Awesome year!!! But there's one...

Happy New Rotation Around the Sun!!!

I woke up this morning feeling inspired, cozy and warm, So I grabbed my trusted pen & pad...

New Year = New Opportunity

Well folks, ready or not here it comes. I guess I blinked and almost overnight a “14” is...

Used Goods

I’ve been on a lot of beautiful stages during my career as a motivational speaker but never a...

Would you hang out with “You”?

I was hanging out with my kiddos yesterday at one of our favorite conversation spots called Olive Garden...

The Thirst of Mr. Dean

Ever heard the old phrase, “You can lead a horse to water but you can’t make him drink.”?...

Endure till SUCCESS Shows-up

Ok, I’ve been doing that “Thinking” thing again and I’ve come up with an acronymic definition for the...

Joy that’s better than any Drug

The anonymous fella behind this receives no fame, no glory and definitely no recognition, but what he does...

Death-Bed Confessions

Couldn’t sleep last night so I started to write: It’s fair to say that on our death-bed one...

Seasonal Kindness

Well, it goes without saying that it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas right about now. Yes...

I Don’t Know “Why” but I Do Know “Who”

Before this new weekday gets underway, here’s a short word of encouragement I’d like to say. Oftentimes we...

Your Words “To Be Continued…”

She said, “If you only knew the places I’ve been, the things I’ve done and the people I’ve...

Would you be found Guilty?

I’ve got a quick question for you before you jump into this next work week. If you were...

The “P.I.E. in the Sky” Event Tickets on Sale

If you only attend one exciting event a year, make sure that event is "P.I.E. in the Sky"....

A Day of Thanks Giving

So the question was asked, “For what am I thankful for on this Day of Thanks Giving?” After...

“No” Your Way to Your “YES”

I was just thinking back to when me and my brothers were young kids selling candy door-to-door to...

His Hands Said it All

I was hanging out with one of my homeless buddies the other day and I glanced down at...

I Got RAK’d at the Juice Shack

Well, today I got totally RAK’d at the Juice Shack and it totally reminded me of one of...

Freely Getting so Freely Give

Fortunate is the man/woman who has lived a life NOT having to test the level of their breaking...

From Storm to Story

While going through your storm, be sure to take good notes so you can eventually turn it into...

Squeeze the Juice Out of Life

The more I think about how finite our existence is related to space and time it seems the...

We’re Only “Human”

BEWARE: Sometimes we humans may actually act like “humans” and actually make mistakes, some big and some not-so-big....

Trust The Three H.I.G.

Your heart, your intuition and your gut are all worthy of being followed because they all usually know...

The Elements of the Universe

Moving at a speed of over 186,000 miles per second, many scientists agree that light is the fastest...

The Worthless Giver

What I’m about to say may come as a bit of a shock and surprise to many of...

Encourage Those Kids to Make it GREAT!

I absolutely loooove pulling my 4.0 boys out of school for lunch from time-to-time so we can just...

Mandatory = Mediocre

Life has taught me that if you just participate in the “Mandatory” your life will be mundane and...

Eyes Open & Eyes Closed

I was hanging out in the Hollywood Hills of Southern California the other day at the world famous...

The Passion-Finding Formula Revealed

“Cedric, you sure talk a lot about finding your Passion and serving it up to the world. I...

As the Tears Flow Prepare to GROW

I’m not sure who needs to hear this from me today, but here goes: Sometimes the toughest choice...

Sending Love & Light

A desirable future awaits those who are diligent and steadfast in their intentional efforts in the present. A...

Time, Talent, Treasures & Tears

We should be willing to do for one or two those things that we wish we could do...

May you get what you deserve…

I’d like to take this time to wish you, you and each and every one of you too...

The Formidable Foe called “Status Quo”

I just started cutting back on my carbohydrate intake a few days ago and I’m suddenly reminded all...

The “Stuff” will Never be Enough

“If I built a house like that I would never sell it.” was the statement one of my...

CHANGE can be a good thing…

I invite you to take a peek at my acronymical definition of CHANGE and consider how it may...

My Sunday Prayer

My Sunday prayer for those who dare. May God continue to give us the knowledge and strength to...

Macy’s or Thrifty’s? That is the Question

I’ve been doing that “thinking” thing again today and I’d like to give you a little unsolicited heads-up...

The Inspirer is Feeling Inspired

What a difference 24 hours can make. From gracing the stage in an attempt to inspire hundreds of...

We’re Finally Calling it Quits

Well, after over 20 years of being together, my wife and I are finally calling it Quits. Quits...

Wrong Turn at Albuquerque

One of the biggest wastes of time this side of the universe is a life lived in pursuit...

Don’t Do What They Did

One of the best ways to succeed at something in life is to first conduct an exploratory investigation...

What’s Your Phrase of Reflection?

I woke up this morning and was lying in my most inspirational position which is flat on my...

Let’s Start a RAK-Epidemic

Are you up for a friendly round of “Truth or Dare” this week? Ok, here goes… I “Dare”...

Mark Twain Missed The Mark

The late, great author Mark Twain is credited with the famous quote of, “The two most important days...

Protect & Preserve Our Most Precious Resource

It can be your most formidable foe or your bestest of friends, Depending on the physical state that...

Make Sure Your Backpack is Empty

Got a question for you today, “How’s that backpack of yours looking lately?” At the end of our...

The Technique of Body & Mind

Ever woke up in the morning feeling excited and ready to take-on the world? Well, this morning was...

Don’t Fall-back this Fall

Ahhh… Fall brings with it a welcomed relief from the heat of the summer months and a chance...

The Fog of Fear, Failure & Frustration

Please allow me to be the first to give you some unsolicited words of encouragement today whoever you...

Pull Out That Mental Keyboard

We’re all products of the experiences we have and the knowledge we gain, obtain and sustain as we...

Things Aren’t Always What They Seem

Did you know that the sun never actually comes up or goes down, our planet just spends around...

The “Y-Factor”

Forget about the “X-Factor” the only factor that really matter is the “Y-Factor” which is YOU. Yes my...

9/11 – We Will Never Forget

September 11th, a day that we remember our hero’s And recommit to bring down our foe’s. We display...

The Most Successful War Tactic

Did you know that one of the most successful tactics of war is “Isolation”? If the enemy can...

Blaze Your Trail

One of the most impactful yet simple pieces of advice I’ve ever received over the years was the...

Are you Thriving or just Surviving?

Don’t be surprised if some of the most intense conversations you ever have actually take place inside of...

“Good Timing” or “God’s Timing”

Over the years I’ve come to realize that once we’ve discovered a new product or service or system...

The Unquantifiable Possibilities of Potential

So, how exactly do you measure the “What if”? How do you calibrate the “Could’ve been”? And, how...

The Tuxedo, The Rental-Car & The Hotel Room

I’ve got a quick question for you. Have you ever dry-cleaned a rented outfit before returning it to...

Be Happy for Others

One of the most difficult recurring challenges we may face in life is managing to genuinely be happy...

No Perfect People Allowed

I must admit that I’ve noticed a lot of things on Sunday mornings but one thing I have...

Lay Those Burdens Down

The strangest thing happened to me today in a doctor’s office and the events were indeed stranger than...

Don’t Give Your Power Away

I believe that the greatest yet most overlooked and unrecognized power an individual can ever possess is the...

Stay in the “KNOW-FLOW”

As I continue to traverse this “life” thing I’m gaining more-and-more clarity in seeing that the more I...

The Million Dollar Question

Ready or not, it’s here. Our kids are all back in school and many have had to scramble...

Live in the “NOW”

Living in the past is pathetic and living in the future is foolish but living in the present...

A Passion App

I was just thinking that wouldn’t it be Great if we all had our expiration dates marked behind...

From “SP” to the Dreaded “D”

I’m not necessary. My actions are irrelevant in the lives of others. No one would miss me if...

It Starts With “ME”

So, have you seen it yet? In the wake of the recent tragic shooting of the young teenager,...

A Never-Ending Quest for Knowledge

If we know better we can do better and if we do better we can be better and...

Today is Our Lucky Day!!!

Yeahhh Baby! Today is our LUCKY DAY! WhooHoooo!!! Ok, I have to be honest. Actually every day is...

Quotes from Mr. BreadCrumb

Quotes from Mr. BreadCrumb: “Comfort in the absence of adversity breads mediocrity.” “The kryptonite of resistance is persistence.”...

“Just Because”

Over the years I’ve continued to read a variety of different content and watch and listen to a...

UnRealized Potential

The strangest thing happened to me today. I was trying to double task by talking on the phone...

History, Mystory or Yourstory?

So have you figured out what’s it gonna be yet? Is it gonna be History, Mystory or Yourstory?...

Do I need to call CPS on you?

As I look around and continue to take this world in I oftentimes find myself feeling like I...

Attention Grabbers & Headline Nabbers

I was having an interesting PC (Power-Chat) with a good friend the other day and he commented that...

Throw-Back-Thursday

This TBT (Throw-Back-Thursday) I thought that instead of posting a picture, I would invite you to remember back...

Good Money or a Great Life

I just ran into an old friend today that I used to work with almost 20 years ago....

“P.I.E. in the Sky” Trailer Re-Cap

So, were you there or did you miss it? If this video doesn’t make your heart beat a...

A Beautiful Dream or A Scary Nightmare

Last night I had the strangest thing happen to me. In fact, it’s the first time I’ve ever...

A Threat to National Security

I’ve been thinking lately about a clear and present danger and threat to our national security that exist...

The Results Are In…

For those of you who are still confused, the results are finally in and I just created a...

Indispendable Resistance

Would it surprise you if I told you that “resistance” is an indispensable factor of life? Even the...

RAK’d by David “The Giant Slayer”

I was hanging out with my boys last night at the Oildale Sonic eating Subway sandwiches while we...

Life in “Death Valley”

Did you see it? It was all over the news not long ago and it managed to catch...

To Read or NOT to Read

Ok my friends, I have a burning question to ask you today before you head into this wonderful...

To Sail OR To Fail

Have you ever realized that there’s only a one letter difference between those who “Fail” and those who...

“The Big Bang” or “The Big Thang”

It just dawned on me today that truth-be-told my faith and belief is pretty weak. This is true...

Not a HapHazard Event

Our current position in life is not an “Ooops-Accident” or haphazard event. Good, bad, happy or sad we...

Your Good Deeds Do Matter

When you give byway of your good deeds through your Time, Talents, Treasures and Tears you get to...

Your Good Deeds Do Count

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The “Sometime’s Theory”

A Friendly Reminder about my “Sometime’s Theory”: Sometimes we have to slow down before we can speed up...

“P.I.E. in the Sky” a Night of Inspiration

Excitement is Building!!! The Crew is FIRED UP and ready for you!!! "P.I.E. in the Sky" is going...

Work on Your Green Thumb

Contrary to popular opinion sometimes the grass is actually greener on the other side of the fence, but...

What Makes You Come Alive?

If we’re doing daily what we don’t like doing primarily just to make money so that we can...

Daily Push-Ups

So exactly how many push-ups can you do in a day? Push-ups are one of my favorite activities...

WAKE UP! You Super Hero’s

In my dreams I have super-hero-type abilities that require very little effort. I can run and not grow...

You Get Back What You Give

One of the worst things someone could ever do in this “life” thing is to allow the hardships,...

The Most Inspirational Book

One of the most Inspirational and Motivational books you ever read just might be the one you write...

Darkness In Spite of the Light

I’ve been thinking lately about whether or not it’s possible to be walking in total darkness while the...

“P.I.E.” in the Sky Event (A night of Inspiration)

Tired of watching the mind-numbing TV that leaves you slightly entertained but void of any real gain? Looking...

When Words & Actions Fail

Words in any language will always be inadequate to express how grateful the Living are for those who...

The New Teachers Pet

The New Teachers Pet is my book "Bread Crumbs to Making it GREAT" Be sure to grab you...

How’s That Computer Doing These Days?

Because of our checkered past of experiences, some of us have had a few viruses installed on our...

Idle Time – The Breeding Ground of Negativity

Made you a short video to remind you of the importance of filling your "Idol Time" with something...

Attention All You “Good-4-Nothings”

ATTENTION BAKERSFIELD !!!!!!! A group of us "Good-4-Nothings" thought we'd do a little "Good" for "Nothing" (no $$$)...

The Biggest Misuse of Time

I truly believe that the biggest misuse of time this side of the universe is someone going through...

True Success

True success in any endeavor takes a “special” kind of commitment. What kind of “special” commitment you may...

True Wealth Attraction

Over the past couple-of-decades of being in business both successfully and not-so-successfully, there’s one super-important fact that I’ve...

Infinite vs Finite

When you think about the vast, expansiveness of our great, infinite universe and how finite we are existing...

HOPE vs Despair

HOPE: Having an Optimistic, Positive Expectation. It’s hard to believe that such a small four letter word can...

Gotta Get busy, Busy, BUSY!!!

I was driving to a speaking engagement just the other day and while on the freeway driving slightly...

Passion is a Right!

Finding this one important thing is a God-ordained, inalienable right and not an assigned privilege, but still many...

Gestation & Incubation

I’ve discovered over the years that the potential and ability to succeed and make a positive impact in...

The Hem or The Hope

One of my favorite books tells a story about a woman with a blood issue. The story says...

Show Them How to DREAM!

We teach them how to read and how to write and what’s wrong from what’s right. We teach...

A Super-Villain Called “Negativity”

I have a question today that just might reveal an answer that you might not expect. What travels...

Purpose, Passion, Dreams & Actions

As I’ve continued to create both written and spoken content over the past few years I must admit...

The “Sometimes” of Life

Living this “life” thing over the last 43 years has taught me some very special lessons that I’m...

Professional Worrier’s

Have you ever been just lying in bed, flat on your back minding your own business without a...

Headed in the “Right” Direction?

For those of you who feel lately like you’re becoming a huge success at failing or you’re feeling...

Mr. BreadCrumb Quotes – “Show & Tell”

“The key to making the biggest impact in this “life” thing is making sure that your Purpose and...

Route 66

Just as the famous Route 66 highway is designed to give people a way to get from point...

Leverage Your Story

But for the willingness of others who have overcome struggles and hardships to be transparent and bold enough...

Be Your Own Biggest Fan

The single most important opinion in our life that will directly affect us negatively or positively is our...

Could Be & Should Be

If you have NOT a vision of what you could be, then you severally retard your ability to...

A Game Against the “Black Mamba”

Last night I had this crazy dream that I was playing the future Hall-of-Famer, Legendary Phenom, Koby “The...

Show Kindness at Home & When You’re Gone

One of the biggest surprises I’ve encountered as an adult was to realize that adults don’t have it...

From the Benches to the Trenches

Ok, here’s a short message for all you bible thumpers: While sitting in my chair this morning at...

Don’t Let It Be YOU

Many so-called “Professionals” have quietly suggested that for me to gain more exposure and notoriety in a shorter...

COMPLIMENT: Give it away today…

What intangible thing that has absolutely no value or worth unless you give it away? Well, it's quite...

Positive Passions in ACTION!

The best things we can ever teach our kids in this life will be "caught" and not "taught"....

Be a “Good-4-Nothing”

Question: Do you know the name of the security guard at your local grocery store? When was the...

Success on the Job

While talking with one of my friends a few days ago I was suddenly reminded of an undercover...

Control Your Invisibles & Intangibles

That which we can’t see and touch actually produces that which we can see and touch. That’s right...

Resistance is Futile…

One of the most deceptively destructive force this side of the universe has been known to subtly lull...

Here one day and gone….

Ever heard the phrase, “Here today and gone tomorrow.”? Well, this statement is not entirely accurate because “Here...

Is Knowledge the “New” Currency?

It seems to me that many well-known speakers and thought-leaders are now saying that “knowledge” is the new...

To Help or To Control?

After having many conversations with friends, family members and foe’s over the years, I’ve observed one pretty interesting...

Don’t Ask How Deep

Was chatting with one of my group-home boys the other day while cruising around town and as we...

The Secret to Life Revealed!

So what’s really the secret to life many may ask? Well, I submit to you today that the...

Worry-Free

Did you know that our minds appear to have a special ability or tendency to seek-out things to...

High-Five Teachers

To all of you teachers out there who are using my devotional style book “Bread Crumbs to Making...

Don’t Go-it Alone

Friendly Reminder: As you ride your wave of opportunity to success, be sure NOT to leave a negative...

Are You Living Small?

One of the most destructive lies ever told is the one that many people tell themselves to justify...

Count Your Blessings

Woke up this morning in my bed lying flat on my back staring at the ceiling when suddenly...

The Quiet Yearning of Your Passion

I have some bad news today that’s actually some “Good News” in disguise. The yearning of your passion...

A Healthy Distraction

I've realized and recognized lately that some of us appear to be in serious need of a healthy...

Are you a “Duru”?

A “Guru” I am NOT, but a “Duru” just might be the best word I can manufacture to...

What’s Your Movie Rating?

If your life was a movie right now what would it be rated? Please don’t answer this question...

Just Get it DONE!

The Great don’t Grovel & Gossip, the Brave don’t Boast & Brag and the Passion Pursuers don’t Pout...

a Day for a Do-Over

“You royally abused me yesterday with making some bad choices to put a ton of nutrient-void, processed junk...

Stay Mentally Connected

Me and my big brother Zimbalis. Yes that's right, I did say "Zimbalis". I don't know what my...

Don’t Buy it !!!

A person that’s trying to convince you that success is possible without effort and struggle is a person...

Keep the Main Thing the “Main Thing”

If I’ve said “No” to speaking at your event, please don’t hold it against me I’m just trying...

Losing Increases the Value of Winning

I’ve always believed that true success in the absence of struggle, strain, setbacks and pain does not exist...

Leave those Idiots alone & Just Move On

One of the biggest wastes of time I’ve experienced in my short 43 years of life on this...

Give Me My Flowers

As a kid growing up in a Southern Pentecostal Church in Texas I remember one of the church-members...

Highest & Best Use

My little breadcrumb of wisdom for you today as you roll into your new week is that we...

Beware of the Energy Elephants

WARNING!!! Be careful not to hang around people who suck. Yes that’s right I said “suck”. Those people...

WAKE UP!!! ;-)

The first definitive step to accomplishing your biggest goals and dreams is to wake up and embrace the...

Something BIG is Coming… It’s called “Pie”

Something pretty BIG is coming and it's written on my shirt (Pie). No it has absolutely nothing to...

What’s Driving You?

When all is stripped away and there’s nothing covering you, what does the world see? When you remove...

Seeds Develop in Darkness

Just as every good seed develops its life-sustaining roots during a struggle in darkness below the ground, so...

Out of a Job & Into your DREAM

I was chatting on the phone a few hours ago with an old friend of mine from college...

Avoid a Catastrophic Collision

No intersection on this great planet of ours has more catastrophic accidents then the intersection where Expectations meet...

Five Smooth Stones

I was sitting in church today and our awesome pastor (Kent Pedersen) was revisiting the timeless underdog story...

Today is a New Day

Ok, I must admit that I’m totally guilty of making several bad choices yesterday and you would’ve been...

Change for the Better

One of the few guarantees and predictable constants in our life is “Change” but no matter where the...

What Are Your Words of Advice?

After just celebrating my 43rd birthday, I started to think about what would I want to tell the...

Dream-on Dreamers!

This MLK Day I thought that in honor of “The Dreamer” Martin Luther King Jr. I would take...

The “Feeling” of Success

Ask the question of what does "Success" mean and you're sure to get a hundred different answers, but...

Acronymic Personal Development Poster

Teachers, Preachers, Business Professionals, Network-Marketers and plain-ole’ Mom’s and Dad’s just to name a few are all taking...

Don’t Believe The Lie…

Over the years I’ve uncovered and discovered that one of the most destructive lies ever told this side...

Pushing for BIG Things

Many have asked the question of why do I do what I do the way I do it....

Ups & Downs are Necessary

If life had no downs, how would we know when we're up? Yes my friends, the ups and...

Leverage Your Strain & Pain for Gain

Turn your hurts, strains and pain into someone else's gain. Leveraging your story for someone else's benefit is...

The Nasty “N” Words

Beware of the nasty “N” words this year: The “Negatives”, the “No’s”, the “Never’s” and the “No-Shows”. The...

Good or GREAT?

Some may say that the “Good die young”, but I say the “Great live forever”. So why strive...

Don’t Judge…

Don’t judge a book by the photo on the cover and don’t judge a daughter by the actions...

Lemons & Apples

My friendly tip for you as you embark upon this new year is, don’t expect a Lemon Tree...

Me, Myself & I want you to Make it GREAT!

All three of us agree that this year will be what you choose to make it and our...

Now That it’s OVER…

Now that this year is finally “OVER”, this gives us an Opportunity to View the Experiences and Reflect....

Cry it Out Then Work it Out

If you feel like you’re going through a little something right now, grab a good friend and talk...

The Apple Tree

The apple usually doesn't fall very far from the tree unless the tree didn't stick around. So please...

Don’t Get Sucked in…

Lately it appears that many people are developing a serious sweet-tooth for drama and an apparent unquenchable thirst...

Black Santa Spreading Cheer

Black Santa and his trusty reindeer were at it again this year spreading Christmas Cheer on the streets...

Merry Christmas !!! (2013)

May this Christmas be merrier than most for you and your family, and watch out for those joy...

Be Encouraged

I’m declaring this day as a day of encouragement so here-goes… Walk as if you’re wearing a cape....

Reading’s illegal?

Late last night I was thinking about a recent statistic I heard about how approximately 90% of the...

Can a Passion-Pill Heal?

Twas the week before Christmas and half the Crawford’s were filling ill. The dreaded Flu was the culprit...

A New Perspective on Dreams

My friend Eugenie from Africa contacted me today with some great news that caught me completely off guard...

Flex Your Love Muscle

One of the most under-utilized commodities and resources in the world is our amazing capacity and ability to...

“Casualties of an Absentee”

I was helping out in my daughter’s elementary school 4th grade class today having a ton of fun...

Don’t Miss the Messages

I was chatting with a good friend recently and I was reminded of the fact that many people...

Best Use or Best Excuse?

I was talking to a good friend of mine about “Potential” and the act of “Service” and as...

Fail Forward Fast

The biggest form of Failure is the Failure to take ACTION!  Don't let this be you.  Realize that...

My Passion Keeps Me Up at Night

As it relates to the investment of time, true passion knows no bounds.  When operating in the area...

WE CONQUERED!!!

Got a question for you today?  Do you want to be remembered?  Or maybe an even better question...

How’s Your Attitude?

I just got off the phone with a good friend of mine whom I had the special privilege...

Cause & Effect

Our experiences coupled with the passing of time, Not only shapes our bodies, it also shapes our mind....

Your Dreams Are Your Ticket Out

The most reliable bus ticket out of our undesirable situations is our Dreams and our proven plan and...

A Conversation with the Deaf

Our weekly boys-night-out with my sons plus a spare was extra special last night.  Dinner and a movie...

An Unexpected “Aha-Moment”

“What an awesome day to be above ground and breathing,” was the comment I made to a gentleman...

Watch Your Focus

I saw an interesting statistic not long ago that said the winter season holds the undisputed title of...

The Fab-Five

The Fab-Five is what I call them and my wife Karen is the ring-leader.  If it’s true that...

Give up the “Time of Possession”

Only in the sports world does having the most “Time of Possession” (amount of time a team controls...

Like Father Like Son?

Ever heard the phrase, “Like father like son”?  Well, today I invite you to consider the fact that...

Attitude & Mindset Makes it GREAT

A positive attitude and mindset is fertile ground for all things Great.  So be sure to pick a...

Don’t Fuel the Fire

I’ve discovered in this “life” thing that sometimes the best thing we can do is just shut up...

Giving Thanks – Happy Thanksgiving

It may come as somewhat of a shock and surprise to many of you on this Thanksgiving Day...

My Yesterdays are the Worst

My wish for you today is that your yesterdays will be the worst days of your life when...

Are You Leading or Just a Leader?

I’ve discovered that in life there appears to be two different types of leaders.  There are those who...

Got a “Why” that makes you cry?

So “why” are you here? Your beliefs, values and past life experiences are the center litmus test of...

Incarcerated Mindset

As I stumble through this life I've noticed that some of us seriously need a good mentor to...

Avoid the “Me-I-My’s” Condition

The “Me-I-My’s” is a condition that millions if not billions of people the world-over suffer from on an...

Do Something BIG!

Personal development is my passion and creating value for others is what drives me to get up early...

Don’t Press That Snooze Button

So exactly how many times do you find yourself pressing that  snooze button on your alarm clock in...

Communication is the #1 Salsa

It never ceases to amaze me to see how many people stumble through life neglecting or completely ignoring...

Make it Great x 2

I had the unique opportunity to make my day Great x 2 last night when me and one...

Had a PC Lately?

Was having a PC (Power-Chat) with my good friend Bryan Adams yesterday and he reminded me of a...

Are You Ready for Your Adversity?

I was on my way to an important appointment early this morning and I was involved in a...

Reading for Entertainment or Enter-Brainment?

I don’t read much for entertainment purposes, I read for enter-brainment purposes.  Yes, that’s right folks I just...

Need a Second Opinion?

I got a small tip for you today that may take you a long way so don’t miss...

Obey the Laws

The creator of this Great universe of ours also created some Great laws to go with it and...

What’s Your Answer?

At the end of your life journey the simple question will be asked, “You traveled through, but what...

Get Off The TREADMILL !

A little unsolicited advice and word to the wise today for those of you who may find yourself...

My Weapon of Choice

Some may choose a gun, others may choose a knife, But I choose my keyboard to positively impact a...

The ABC’s and LMNOP’s

What got you from "A" to "B" won't get you to "C" and "D" and definitely not "E,...

It Takes a Village

The old saying “It takes a village to raise a child,” has been repeated by many down through...

More Than Just “Everything”

I’m not sure who this post is for today but I feel lead to tell somebody within eye...

You Can Too… Make it GREAT!

Surrounded by the Dallas Housing Project, this 12-year-old guy pictured here wearing his favorite brown sweater had to...

Are they always glad you came?

The popular TV Sitcom Show “Cheers” starring Ted Danson, Kirstie Alley, Woody Harrelson and Kelsey Grammer was a...

Rules to the Pursuit of Happiness

On your journey and pursuit of happiness in this “life” thing, be sure to keep the following in...

A Bully Called Failure

“Have a good night sleep Monique.  Dream a big dream then wake up and make that dream come...

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Join Mr. BreadCrumb's list of tons of people who're moving-on up everyday in everyway. www.52BreadCrumbs.com Get your FREE...

Stay in Control

Is the fast pace of the human race causing you to break a sweat these days?  Is trying...

The Tic-Toc of the Time Clock

I’ve discovered over the years that working in the area of one’s true passion takes your eyes off...

Got your affairs in order?

Wouldn’t it be nice if when someone else is in genuine need we could do more than just...

The Transparent Leader

For all you leaders who have been entrusted with a big or small herd that’s loyal to you...

The Cheetah & The Gazelle

I just wrote this short poem for “you” today and you know who “you” are.  Enjoy… The Cheetah...

A Great Leader & Follower

Great leaders are Great at modeling those actions that they want modeled in their group or organizations.  Great...

Let my friend on in…

For those of you who don’t really understand this whole “Jesus” thing that’s been going around for the...

The Sky is the Limit

In life our choices are infinite, adversity is inevitable, our results are uncertain and our limit is the...

Roots & Wings or Loot & Things?

I was just recently talking to a good friend of mine about how it appears lately that shady...

Don’t Be A Meany-Head

So how’s your scoreboard looking these days?  You know, that scoreboard of life that we all have.  Are...

Dining in the Dark…

Spoke at a “Dine-in-the-Dark” event last night and asked the question, “Does NOT having physical sight have anything...

You can’t get out of this Life ALIVE!!!

Don’t rent your life out to the highest bidder and spend the best years of your life building...

Dumb it Down

Many people expect the answers to the most important questions in life to be Super-Sophisticated but it’s usually...

Stay a Student

The world is fraught with a mixture of conflict and difficulty around every corner of life and the...

Increase What You Know as You Grow

MC3 is what I call them, Monique, Cedric Jr, Chance and Chayse.  One thing we will never be...

The Dreaded “D”

The big Dreaded “D” has been spotted again recently on a rampage seeking to destroy more lives as...

More Meaningful Monday’s

Finding it increasingly harder to roll out of bed with a smile on your face and song in...

Growing Old & Growing Up

The only “growing” in this life that requires absolutely no effort whatsoever is the act of growing-old, however,...

Mastering F.M.G. is the Key

Only a fool would pray a prayer of, “Oh Lord, please forgive me and show me a little...

Fish That Don’t Bite…

Gossip Groupies and Drama Dragons can oftentimes be found trolling the deep waters of our wacky world looking...

Stop Dreaming & Start Scheming….

Waking up from our dreams is actually the first step to making them come true. That's right folks,...

Do You Deserve it?

We are who we deserve to be.  Life doesn’t really respond well on a consistent basis to “wants”...

Need a Silent Partner?

Got a big dream?  Well, I do and if you’re in the “dreaming” business like me, you might...

Think Positive

We human beings don’t have to do anything special in order to think negatively.  Thinking negatively comes as...

I Want it NOW!

Immediate gratification addicts will never experience the feeling of real success because real, sustainable success takes consistent effort...

Too Many Points & Too Much Credit

As it relates to marriage and relationships, over the years I’ve found that one of the biggest disconnects...

Your Actions Tell it All

The most surefire indicator of a persons priorities in life is their actions or lack-there-of.  So at the...

It’s Not Too Late…

All of us are responsible for where we’re at in this moment of our lives but usually the...

Stay Uncomfortable

Just as the body builder who wants to be bigger and stronger has to increase his reps and...

Giving ‘Me’ back to ‘Me’…

I was chatting with my good friend Caren a few days ago and after asking her how she...

Count it all Joy…

A life without struggle and pain is a life void of growth and gain.  So, count it all...

Got Big Problems?

Think you’ve got big problems?  Well, try getting nine of your good friends together and all of you...

The “It Won’t Happen to Me” Syndrome

I was having a casual conversation with a young friend of mine yesterday and during our chat I...

Sex, Drama & Chaos…

Living in a world where “sex” sells, “drama” dominates, “chaos” is a cash-cow, “profanity” is profitable and “raunchy”...

The Ladder of Success

The ladder of success that contains rungs of those who have been dishonored, disrespected and abandoned is doomed...

The Molting Process

I’ve observed over the years that just like all snakes go through the process of molting to change...

Got Genuine Joy?

If money had no value what then would be your motivation?  If power, prestige and recognition lost its...

Friday The 13th

So my 4th grader Chayse-Marie gets out of bed this morning and heads over to her white marker...

The “Golden Rule”

In the process of following the Golden Rule by treating other people the way you want to be...

Pay it Forward…

Have you ever been sitting at a stop light or drive-thru and glanced back in your review mirror...

Got a Big “But”?

I’ve got a personal question for you today that may slightly change the way you think about me...

The Gauntlet of Ridicule

What a reward awaits you who are willing to grace the gauntlet of ridicule and subject yourselves to...

The Greatest Rewards

Some of the greatest rewards ever given has cost the recipient a lifetime of commitment and have only...

Could it be Mass Histeria?

“I read your book almost every day and even though I may not remember many of the stories...

Tell Your Story…

So I’m in the lobby of my orthopedic doctor’s office yesterday to be evaluated for surgery on my...

A Pathway to a Positive Promise

People walking in darkness may never find their way unless someone is willing to hold up a light. ...

The Abundance Secret

Most people would probably agree with me when I say that only a special kind of fool would...

Keep on Truckin…

Just as sure as weeds will always challenge even the greatest of flowerbeds, so too will evil always...

It’s Ok to Give Up

This may come as a bit of a shock and surprise to some of you but I must...

DON’T QUIT !!!

www.MrBreadCrumb.com We'd be surprised at just how far we could go if we could wear a blindfold to...

Knowledge & Wisdom Should be Evergreen

Great leadership requires wisdom and as such one can not lead effectively without continuing to expand his/her knowledge...

Shut Up!!!

“Shut Up!!!”  My favorite two words to tell that quiet little voice inside of me that tries to...

The Wrong Side of the Bed Today

I paused for a quick second this morning as I went to roll out of bed and realized...

Are You Sleep-Walking?

Did you know that most people can be found guilty of waking up in the morning, but sleep-walking...

Better Together

Day #6 in the Crossfit Craze and I’m meeting more and more new smiling faces everyday:  Three Jennifer’s...

Just Say “Yes”!

The most important word you can say to adversity and struggle in your life is “Yes”.  So, I...

Got a Traveling University?

I heard an interesting statistic lately stating that the average person will spend 7 to 10 years of...

Have You Found ‘it’ Yet?

Woke up this morning with the lyrics of the 1987 hit song by U2 playing in my head,...

Your Destiny is Trapped

Just in case you were wondering... Your Destiny isn't somewhere in your future tomorrow, it's trapped inside of...

GREATNESS begets GREATNESS

Becoming a GREAT Leader is synonymous with becoming a GREAT communicator and becoming a GREAT communicator means you...

The Many Faces & Forms of Adversity

So I was working out for the first time at my friend, Jennifer Wright’s Crossfit Box/Gym today.  This...

Mindset… Priority #1

Even the greatest of talents, abilities and skillsets in the absence of the proper mindset can leave you...

Fall & Fail or Fly & Prevail

The average person has no problem believing that knowledge is power.  The above average person believes that ‘applied’...

You Can’t Please Them All

BREAKING NEWS !!! Life has taught me a pretty powerful lesson over the years and that lesson is...

Bring the FIGHT!

Our Creator will show us the light, give us the right, the sight and the might, but we...

Are You Crystal Clear?

Being crystal clear about your purpose and passion makes it so much easier to say “no” to distractions...

Overcome the ABC’s

Now-a-days it appears that I can close my eyes and throw a dart at a dart-board full of...

Do You Have 20/20 Vision?

I was at the eye doctor recently and an interesting parallel about vision suddenly crossed my mind and...

A Made-up Mind

Just a little food-for-thought for someone out there who's sitting on the fence of confusion or obscurity as...

Good for Nothings WANTED Alive!!!

Years ago, Grandma at times would call me a "good for nothing" as she pushed me out the...

The Gauntlet of Ridicule

One must be willing to walk the gauntlet of ridicule and subject themselves to the sneers and jeers of...

Change is in the air…

Change is in the air, so if you‘re in need of a little bit, just reach up and...

Got Milk? Motivation-Inspiration-Love-Kindness

Got Milk?  Motivation Inspiration Love & Kindness www.MrBreadCrumb.com & www.CedricCrawford.com is sure to give you all that you...

A Philosophy You Can Chew on

Overcoming defeat starts with your belief, overcoming fear starts with what you hear, and getting through a rough...

Flex Your Kindness Muscles

Life experience has taught me that over time most people won’t necessarily remember exactly what you did for...

An Addiction & Affliction

Many the world-over since the beginning of time have suffered from this one addiction that still manages to...

A Favorable Future Awaits You if…

Water your Fears and Failures with your Faith and Fellowship with the righteous and God will give you...

Flex Your Mercy Muscles

Knowing exactly when to flex your mercy muscles and exercise a little grace can make even the most...

My Not-So-Secret Weapon Revealed

So me and my namesake Cedric Jr. (Little “C”) were in a two-man kayak in a cove on...

Good Intentions Are Like Weeds & Roaches

Good intentions are a penny a pound, a nickel a six-pack, a dime a dozen, and a quarter...

The Best of BFF’s

You know it just dawned on me this morning that Fear and Adversity are actually the best of...

The Ultimate Bully

I ran into a bully a few days ago and I’m happy to say that I managed to...

Believe it’s Possible

The foundation of all things great starts with what you BELIEVE in your heart is possible for you.  Nuff...

No Words Needed…

This life has taught me over the years that sometimes the best words can actually be the ones...

How’s Your ‘We-Time’?

I invite you to consider the following truth that after putting into practice I started to see and...

SPEAK IT!!!

One of my most prized discoveries over the years has hands-down been the discovery of the power of...

Analysis, Paralysis & Callouses

Just a friendly reminder today that perfect conditions do not exist in this thing called “Life”, so don’t...

Make ‘it’ GREAT!!!

Make no mistake about it, my passion is helping you to find yours. Your homework for life is...

Got a Good Memory?

One of the most refreshing discoveries I've made in the last few years is that one of our...

We Pray NOT…

Ok today I feel led to remind somebody out there within eye or ear-shot of my written or...

I’d love to hug your neck at Starbucks Today…

In my Texas voice:  Ya'll better get ya'll little fannys over to my book-signing today (Sunday 14th) at...

Your Homework For Life

Your homework for life:  Find your Passion, Talents and Gifts and grow them to their full potential in...

Book-signing in the Lone-Star State

Sitting in a good-ole' southern What-a-burger fast-food joint with my Dad and a dozen teenage girls walk in...

Caught and not Taught

I was recently asked by a parent "What is the best way I can get my kids to...

Watch Your Mouth

WARNING !!!   WARNING !!!  WARNING !!! Lately it appears that a severe case of the “I’m Gonna” disease...

Stand Your Ground “Good People”

In a world that appears to be addicted and infatuated with pushing the envelope and the boundaries of...

The Rains of Adversity

Adversity is an indispensable, unavoidable prerequisite for all things GREAT.  Don’t believe me?  Well, just check your history...

Happy INTERdependence Day!!!

On our Independence day, be sure to celebrate our "interdependence" as well.  That's right folks, we're all innately...

Make it a Better Place

If you really want to make your place in this world better, do some things to really make...

Actively Patient

Yes it's true that good things come to those who wait, but don't misinterpret this type of waiting...

Pray and Move Your Feet

If prayer alone made the difference we would all be skinny, sexy and insanely successful.  Prayer is just...

NonTraditional Foreplay

Marriage Tip of the Weekend:  Hey men!!!  One of the most surefire forms of foreplay may not be...

Passion Wakes You Up Early & Keeps You Up Late

I was up late again, or early some might say, last night.  As I was checking out some...

Show Me Your FRUITS!

Your underground roots will always determine your above ground fruits and you have to be two kinds of...

No Strain, No Gain…

When it comes to business, I’ve found that most goals and dreams are front-loaded with the investment of...

Struggle – The Perfect Disguise for Opportunity

Over the years I’ve uncovered and discovered that opportunities favorite disguise is behind a mask of struggle and...

The Desert Heat of Marriage

The desert heat of marriage has been known to cause mirages, illusions and visions of greener grass on...

The Tough Questions

What did you do today to move yourself one step closer to where you want to be tomorrow? ...

Success is Gift Wrapped in Struggle

It took me several years to realize and recognize that success and significance are precious rewards gift-wrapped in...

Smile BIG and Often

Truth be told, some peoples smile muscles appear to be suffering from a severe case of atrophy these...

Don’t Turn Your Back

A little Food-4-Thought from MrBreadCrumb.com:  One of the biggest myths is that the sun rises every morning.  Actually...

How Do You Spell Love?

The best Fathers understand that Love is spelled "T-I-M-E" and not "W-O-R-K". That's right, success on the job...

What Happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas (Myth Busted)

16 years ago today I "Jumped the Broom" and married my Karen Ice.  With a last name like...

FEAR: A Well Disguised Motorcycle Cop

To all those who are within eye or ear-shot of my words today, please be advised that FEAR...

Fail Your Way to SUCCESS

As the day presents you with new challenges and opportunities remember to never let the memory of your...

Commitments in Favorable Weather

The storms “in” life are inevitable and the storms “of” life are equally as inevitable.  So making preparations...

Love & Time NOT Dollars & Dimes

This summer don't forget to give those kids Roots and Wings not just Loot and things. Give them...

No Extended Vacation from Education

Well folks Graduation season is upon us once again and the excitement of accomplishment is in the air....

Weird, Crazy and Strange Names

Would you think I was weird if I told you that I listen to my Christmas music all-year-round...

Change (Defined)

I discovered a long time ago that the only constant in this world is “Change.”  That’s right friends...

Sing a Happy Song

I’ve discovered that the most surefire way to confuse the enemy is when things are going wrong just...

Leave Your Mark (Tattoo?)

Not long ago I was at my son Chance’s school preparing to go on one of his field...

One Moment of Anger

Our actions in one tense moment of anger and frustration can have lifetime implications.  As this is true,...

TIME – The Undisputed Marathon Champion

I’ve come to realize that in life we’re all running a race against the king of all marathons. ...

The Seed of Patience

Even if you search the world over you will find few things that are a better example of...

Patience Through Your Storm

I'd like to encourage any-and-everyone within eye and ear-shot of my written message today to continue to have...

The Snakes and a Little Bird

Some of the people around you may attempt to squash your goals and dreams with a sharp comment...

Go At Your Own Pace

As I stumble through this life I’ve bumped into many people who appear to be living lives of...

Happy Mothers Day! (Think you can pick me out?)

Think you can pick me out... Hmmm... The last picture me and my Dad and three brothers took...

Our Biggest Contribution

I’ve been thinking lately about what specific action would constitute the greatest of contributions this side of the...

Contagious Laughter (Laugh Out Loud!)

When you laugh, be sure to laugh out loud because genuine laughter is contagious and someone around you...

Give it Your ALL vs Toe in the Water

I looked up the simple definition of the word “All” the other day and I’ve confirmed that it...

Go-it-Alone

For those of you who are contemplating taking a positive step in a new direction, realize there is...

An ‘Absolute Certainty’ Mindset

I’m discovering more and more things in this world of ours that can be categorized under the heading...

A Change Within You

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Significance Scale (Marriage Tool)

So I bought a practically brand new 50” Plasma TV from my neighbor the other day.  Since my...

Let Your Light Shine

In the battle between light and darkness, light can never lose.  Yes my friends, even an entire universe...

Stay Uncomfortable…

Over the years life experiences have taught me that one of the most overrated positions to be in...

MrBreadCrumb.com

The way I figure it is the only way we can become immortal is to sow the best...

Not Always Right

Let me tell you a short story about a guy who always thought he was right.  One day...

Yellow & Blue Makes GREEN

Don't be afraid to be the ‘yellow’ in a world that's feeling a little blue these days, because...

Do You Believe You Can Fly?

If we really want to fly we have to do much more than just spread our wings.  Sorry...

MrBreadCrumb.com is still FREE!!!

No worries...  MrBreadCrumb.com is still free content.  So be sure to keep tuning in daily to get your...

Tired of the Mind-Numbing Radio Yet?

If it’s true that the person we become 5-to-10 years from now will be determined by the relationships...

Don’t Keep Your Greatness Bottled Up

Don’t keep your greatness and potential bottled up.  Crack open that top and let the greatness drop.  Some...

The Rising Sun & The Risen Son

Every morning the rising sun reminds me of ‘The’ risen son.  I’m just saying.  He’s not a bad...

If “X” Marks the Spot

If “X” marks the spot of the destination of our life journey, then “Y” should be the reason...

Magnified Effort Over Time

If I’ve learned nothing else in this life, I’ve definitely learned this.  A little magnified effort over time...

You’ve Got Greatness!!!

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Avoid the Poverty Mindset

I encourage you to avoid the "Poverty Mindset" like the plague in the days ahead.  Our experiences yesterday...

Got Problems?

The interesting thing that I've found out about life is that, if you don't have some occasional problems,...

Lack of Vision

Over the years I've crossed paths from time-to-time with many who have been bullied by the adversity of...

“X” Marks the Spot

If “x” marks the spot, where are you at today?  I feel like I’m in the middle of...

FREE Daily Inspiration, Motivation & Education

Tune-in daily and get your FREE dose of Inspiration, Motivation and Education and watch your new Transformation. We...

Easter: The Reason for the Season

On this Easter Sunday be sure to enjoy your time with family and friends.  Make some memories that...

Life’s Not Always Fair

Being a devoted father of four I’ve discovered over the years that one of the worst things we...

Life – The Master Guru

“Experience will teach you a lot better than I can ever tell you.” is a common phrase that...

Where’s Your Focus?

Over my lifetime I've uncovered and discovered many truths from my many experiences, but few were more powerful...

Don’t Let Failure Bully You

Don't allow the memory of your last failure to bully you into a life of average and mediocrity....

The Struggle Before Success is a Must

Success and significance in the absence of struggle and suffering does not exist.  So, embrace the strife and...

The Non-Negotiables

The only two occasions that maintaining a positive outlook in life is important is day and night.  The...

If Words Could Kill…

Many people may stumble through this life thinking very little about the words they choose to say to...

Good Name Over Ill-Gotten Gains

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Beware of the Energy Vampires

Warning!!!  I would like to issue an APB (All-Points-Bulletin) that Energy Vampires have been once again spotted among...

Dream a Good Dream Tonight

At the end of the day I encourage you to close the door on those feelings of animosity...

Tomorrow May Never Come

Your yesterday ended last night and your today began this morning but your tomorrow may never come.  So,...

The Hypocritical Statement of the Century

I‘ve been doing that “thinking” thing again lately and I’ve come up with the following truth.  I believe...

Rules, Restrictions, Regulations & Religions

It seems to me that the best way to restrict human growth and behavior in any area is...

To Commit or Not to Commit

This may come as a shock to some of you, but the worst month to make a commitment...

Courage (Defined)

I’ve been thinking lately about this one thing that I wish I saw more of these days and...

Where Did She Go? (A True Story of Death)

I lost another dear relative a few days ago and once again we find ourselves asking the popular...

Myth BUSTED! Perfect People Don’t Exist

I hate to be the whistle-blower today but someone has to eventually tell you the truth so it...

The Lonely Leader

I’d like to issue an unsolicited PSA (Public Service Announcement) today to those who are in pursuit of...

How Many Prayers Does it Take?

I just had this interesting thought to pop into my head today and I thought I’d share it...

Eyes, Words and Actions…

If it's true that our eyes are the windows to our soul, then our words are the fingerprints...

Dream BIG!

I truly believe that one of the biggest enemies of a BIG DREAM is a small dream. So...

Routine Random Acts of Kindness

So I pull into the local Jack-in-the-Box drive-thru this morning and I hear a familiar female voice saying...

A Letter to Mr. Adversity

So here we meet again old friend.  The infamous stand-off and stare-down.  Once again your unexpected visit emerges...

The 5T’s of Triumph

Your giving of the 5T’s can lead to a Terrific life of Triumph.  Your Time, Talents, Treasures, Tears...

Leftover Valentines

I created this Valentines Day card for my bride and I had one leftover so I thought  I...

Gifts to the Grave?

It is with a heavy heart that I reluctantly inform you today that in the battle between the...

Possibilities vs Probability

Our possibilities are endless, but probability has its limits.  Yes my friends, the possibilities for all of us...

I love M.E.A.T.

This Valentines Day I invite you to consider falling in love with  your own personal development all over...

Adversity is Life

I invite you to consider the following as we approach yet another welcomed week.  No matter your color,...

The Fog of FEAR

Beware of the fog of fear for it has been known to cause disorientation and despair.  Remember that...

Affirmative Words in ACTION

I was with the group that day when we walked away but I wasn’t with the group that...

Great Super Bowl XLVII

Awesome Super Bowl XLVII... The words lost but not defeated comes to mind for when you give it...

The Mirage of Marriage

In Marriage I've found there are a lot of "ings" you have to deal with.  First there's the...

Life’s Heartaches and Heartbreaks

I have a heartfelt message for those of you who’ve found yourself on the bad side of a...

Character Forged in the Fiery Furnace

Over the years I’ve learned that the heart and character of great men and women are forged and...

A True Champion

I remember it like it was yesterday.  A pleasant 65 degree evening in the late month of December...

Anything but Mediocre

Failure is an indispensable step on the ladder of success.  So don't make the common mistake of letting...

I’m Watching You…

So what steps are you prepared to take today to get you one step closer to your goals...

Money & Material Things

Money and Material Things will come and go, but the suitors can never take away what you know....

What Happens in Vegas… (Myth Busted)

I took this picture not long ago with my bride.  What’s the special occasion you may ask?  Well, this...

The Waves of Opportunuty

Was hanging out at the beach the other day staring at the waves crashing into the shore and...

I Have a BIG Dream

On this MLK Monday I’m reminded of the irrefutable reality that bullets from the gun of a homicidal...

Overcomation… (Defined)

Eye's straight ahead will undoubtedly reduce the chances of you having an accident, so strategizing for your future...

The Big #42 Today!!!

It’s my party and I’ll cry if I want to…  But, I don’t feel much like crying, I...

A Contradictory Prayer

We should be careful what we pray for and how we pray for it because we just might...

Food-4-Thought (I-M-E-A-T)

I’ve been doing that “thinking” thing again lately and I invite you to consider the following truth. Inspiration...

Shadow-Dancing Showdown

Talking about seizing the moment and Making it GREAT.  Last night we arrived at the movie theater a...

Toilet Seat Up or Down?

Was laying in bed the other night next to wifey as she had just returned from the bathroom. ...

Stay Out of Denial River

Have you ever stepped on a scale and started giving the weight of your clothes too much credit? ...

“Us-We” > “I-Me”

I ’ve never really been a big believer in magic. But, I do believe in magical moments and...

Tough Words To Live By

“SHUT UP!!!”  Two words that I find myself using quite often when I hear that ever-so-quiet and persistent...

A Cheerful Giver (Defined)

So I’m hanging out at the park last night playing basketball with my four group-home boys.  A bit...

The D8 Formula Revealed

Ready or not here it comes.  The new year is upon us.  New resolutions, new promises and new...

BRING ON 2013 !!!

Bring on the new year!!! I'm READY!!! Servant Leadership and Passion Hot Pursuit is my commitment. 2013 is...

Spreading Christmas Cheer all Year

Well, for those of you who were wondering…  Yes, Black Santa was at it again this year spreading...

Ced & Red (Creative Kindness)

I was unexpectedly invited to my buddy’s new house a couple of days ago.  He didn’t have any...

Book Signing at Russo’s in Bakersfield

Come join me at Russo's Bookstore between 1pm - 3pm for my book-signing event. Right here in Bakersfield,...

In Due Time…

My oldest brother, Bennie, flew in from Texas to hang out with me for a couple of days...

E-Book Available (Bread Crumbs to M.I.G.)

Okay, for all of you e-Book users, the "e-Book" version of Bread Crumbs to Making it GREAT is...

When Expectations & Reality COLLIDE!!!

H ave you ever expected something specific and got something totally different? You know, kind of like when...

Attention Network-Marketing Professionals!!!

The best way to increase your chances of succeeding in any business venture is to find out why...

Celebrated vs Tolerated

I  was having one of my regular conversations with my 76-year-old, 85 pound, 4 ft 11 inch tall...

Fail Your Way to Success

Ever heard the phrase, “Two wrongs don’t make a right”? I’ve learned that this is true, but during...

Marriage: The Couples Corner

So I tell my wife this morning, “We’re going to co-author a book together.”  Then she says, “Not...

Our Biggest Champion

So the other night my 10-year-old Chance made it to the District Level to compete in an individual...

Know Your ABC’s

As a kid I was always told to make sure I knew my ABC’s.  Now as an adult,...

Winter Event Coming Soon…

You're invited to a night to make it GREAT! This Winter 2013 will be a first-of-its-kind event that...

“Power-Chats” ROCK!

I was having an awesome PC (Power-Chat) with my friend Dawny this morning.  As usual our chat led...

To Retire or NOT to Retire

To retire or not to retire?  That is the question.  The answer may surprise you… “I can’t wait...

Hang In There…

Does your commitment have a shelf-life?  Does your no-quit attitude have an expiration date?  Does your stick-to-it-ness have...

The Team

No one of us is better than the sum of us.  Together we can do exceedingly more than...

The Question of What or Who

A little breadcrumb of food-4-thought for you today.  Chew on it a bit as you continue in your...

The Post Office Brawl

So I’m at the post office the other day mailing out what appears to be a record number...

Sharpen that Passion Pencil

Friendly Reminder: Out of all the things to remember during your daily routine of life please add this...

Patience Young GrassHopper

Was driving my kids to school this morning and my little 5th grader, Chance, noticed that there was...

Black Friday Weekend Special ONLY !!!

Black Friday Weekend Special ONLY !!! Place your order This Weekend... This book and the bonus items make...

Book Release TODAY!!! Yipee!!!!!!

IT'S FINALLY HERE!!! "Bread Crumbs to Making it GREAT!" All pre-orders are being shipped out. Order your copy...

Last Chance to Pre-Order the Book

It’s not too late to pre-order your copy today and cash-in on the FREE bonuses, which include an...

Beware of the “Know-it-All Syndrome”

I had a special opportunity to sit in on a meeting of a number of professional adults not...

You Only Get ONE Shot

If you knew you only had one shot to get something right, would you give it your all? ...

The “Spare-time” Myth

“Spare-time” for years has been the deal breaker and disappointment maker for those who foolishly try to squeeze...

Once in a Blue Moon

Once in a blue moon should be the frequency in which we are allowed to take our eye...

Good Deeds Measured in LBs

If your life's good deeds were measured in pounds (lbs.) how much would you weigh?  Would most people...

Veterans Day… THANK YOU!!!

Never take for granted the blanket of freedom that is provided by those who willingly suffer opposition both...

Hold those Kids

Some parents would give their right arm just to be able to hold their kids again with their...

Our Dreams or NOT for Sale

Life has revealed to me that most people sellout or give up on their most ambitious goals and...

Adversity the Bodyguard of Success

“Adversity is a highly trained bodyguard of Success and Significance and it represents its employers with passion and...

I.M.Packed (Impact) Audio/Content CD

Jam Packed with Inspiration and Motivation, this “I.M.Packed” audio CD will knock your socks off. Over one hour...

Bread Crumbs to Making it GREAT (Release Date)

If I would have known back in 1982 that this picture of me as an 11-year-old would end...

“Que Sorah Sorah…” Baloney!

The 1956 song "Que Sorah Sorah" sung by the lovely, legendary Doris Day was very catchy and cute...

The Boiler-Room of Life

Over the years I've discovered the depths of our Passion is intensified in the boiler-rooms of life's hardships,...

Lead By Example

The best and most effective way to teach your kids how to set and follow their goals and...

Stay Committed Even in the Rain

Many people can be found guilty of questioning their original commitment and resolve when things aren’t going so...

Great Leaders (Myth Busted)

Myth Busted:  Rumor has it that Great leaders are born.  Well, this myth is definitely BUSTED!  Great leaders...

Problems Never Cooperate

My word of unsolicited advice today is, don't expect your problems to roll over and make it easy...

Actions > Good Intentions

Fraught with good intentions are the days created by dreams of grandeur and massive success during the night,...

Tragedy to Triumph

While reviewing the keyword section of my soon-to-be-released book today (Bread Crumbs to Making it GREAT) I came...

Listen to Your Inner-Guru

We all have a little guru inside of us that's itching to get out.  My inner guru's name...

Beliefs vs Limitations

There’s a mental war that wages on in the mind of us all.  It’s a never-ending battle between...

Think Outside of the Pot

It just darned on me this morning that Plants and Trees can only grow so tall if you...

What’s your Public Profile?

“If my life is a statement, what does it say to you?”  This was the question of the...

In Due Time

“In due time” is the reward for those who embody and possess the rare ability to stay focused...

Content but not Satisfied

My favorite book says that we are to be content with what we have and to keep our...

“Idle Time” the Breeding Ground of Negativity

I’ve learned that the biggest breeding ground for negative, non-productive activity is idle time.  Yes, the negative will...

Average Avenue or Victory Lane

The deceptive purr of the cat of comfort has duped many into leading a life of complacency and...

Get Off the Treadmill

A little word to the wise today for those of you who may find yourself in mutual verbal...

Big-Head-Ced

Everybody's got a little "Big-Head-Ced" inside of them that can try to talk you out of doing Great...

CHANGE IS IN THE AIR !!!

Create your Plan, Follow your Plan and then expect for things not to go quite as Planned.  This...

Purpose & Passion Pursuers Unite!

Those who have ears don’t just hear this message, but be moved to take action.  I invite you...

Living an “Average” life?

With which word would you like your life to be described in your absence; typical, ordinary, common, normal,...

Is Your “it” Finished?

"It is Finished" are the famous last words spoken by the one who came to save us all and...

My Personal Quotes to Make it GREAT

Just a few more of my quotes from my soon-to-be-released book.  Pre-Order your copy today to take advantage...

Better to Give than Receive

I was having a great conversation with my dad this morning and he reminded my that in the...

The Illusion in Mass Confusion

I believe one of the most important lessons I’ve learned when it comes to business and investing is mass...

The “Shock-collar” of Failure

I dropped by my buddy Brent’s house the other day unannounced and I was greeted at the front...

The Curveballs of Life

 When life throws you a curveball, make the necessary adjustments and knock it out the park.  We all...

A Justifiable Murder

There’s been a murder committed and the killer is still at-large.  As a result, it’s with a heavy...

It’s Ok to be a “Bully”

I was in the process of dropping my kids off at school the other day and I had...

“Life” is the Master Guru

Just a few more of my quotes from my soon-to-be-released book.  Pre-Order your copy today to take advantage...

Living Under the Influence

Driving under a negative influence can get you a ticket to jail, but living under a negative influence...

Remembering 9/11

I  would be two kinds of crazy and three kinds of foolish to let this day slip away...

Forged by the Fiery Furnace

O ver the years I’ve learned that the heart and character of great men and women are forged...

My Prayer For Us Today

If you believe in your heart that "it's" possible for you, then "it" truly becomes possible for you,...

The Crashing Waves of Opportunity

Was hanging out at the beach the other day staring at the waves crashing into the shore and...

The Battlefield of the Mind

I invite you to join me today in imagining ourselves winning those mental battles we've lost with ourselves...

Thank You Soccer Moms!!!

I ’ve had the distinct privilege over the last nine years to work from home, which has afforded...

Speed Out of Your Comfort Zone

I was driving my kids to school not long ago and I noticed a couple of motorcycle cops hiding...

My Quotes

Just a few more of my quotes from my soon-to-be-released book.  Pre-Order your copy today to take advantage...

Leave the Past in the Past

With every precious heartbeat we move further and further away from our past and into the open arms...

Beware of the “Joy Stealers”

I was talking with a good friend not long ago and she was agonizing over a recent encounter...

Good vs Evil

Over the years I've realized life's struggles, challenges and disappointments don't just all-of-a-sudden come to a screeching halt...

Waiting For Perfect Conditions?

Perfect conditions have been the silent goal and dream-killer for those who foolishly wait for them.  Don’t let...

I’m Watching You…

I've got my good eye on you, so take one step today that will get you closer to...

The Minefield of Adversity

The minefield of Adversity has claimed the goals and dreams of many who lack Passion, Persistence and Perseverance. ...

FIGHT ON !!!

T hroughout life I’ve discovered that “finding” is reserved only for those who dare to seek.  I’ve also...

Time

How are you choosing to Invest your time?  Time may be many things to many people but recyclable...

A Great Leader

Great leaders understand they have to do what they have to do when they have to do it...

Watch Your Focus

As you roll into this new week be sure to pay close attention to what you choose to...

Hang in There…

Hang in there until you WIN!!! www.CedricCrawford.com www.MakeItGreatNOW.com

Got M-i-l-k ?

I’ve come to realize that in life some of us may get away with cheating on our taxes...

To Loan or Not To Loan

A little Food-4-Thought for you today, so eat up and enjoy as you attempt to make it GREAT!...

Times of Crisis

There's nothing that can cost us more in life than a closed mind or clinched fist.  The reality...

A Virus Called “Positivity”

VIRUS ALERT!!!  I feel obligated to advise you that I have been severely infected by an airborne and...

Dream Stealers

I’ve been doing that “thinking” thing again today and I’ve come up with another truth that I’d like...

No Problems?

My little Nugget of Knowledge for you today. In life if you're not having problems, you've got a...

Use Motivation Like Deodorant (Daily)

Well, I’ve been doing that “thinking” thing again and I invite you to consider the following parallel: It...

My Quotes to Make it GREAT

Quotes from my book: “Make it GREAT” “Success is just the byproduct of succeeding in the collective moments.”...

Service vs Lip Service

“We must turn to each other and not on each other.”  I was asked by a facebook friend...

From Obscurity to Olympic Ovation

From Obscurity to Ovation.  From not many knowing who you are to not many NOT knowing who you...

Doer or “AskerNot”

Over the years I've spent and wasted countless hours of time with people who seek and ask for...

Avoid the “OMG” Syndrome

I realized an interesting dichotomy today. It appears that the large majority of us spend the best years of...

It’s Not Your Fault…

Ok, I’m not sure who this post is for today, but I feel led to encourage someone to cheer...

A Contradictory Prayer

An unsolicited word to the wise today to be careful what you pray for and how you pray...

Ill-Gotten Gains Won’t Last, GUARANTEED

Just when I thought I've seen the worst of what human beings are capable of doing for money...

The Results of Doing “Good” is “Good Measure”

In terms of doing good deeds in this world, it’s unrealistic to think that we can do everything...

When Rage Rules, Rage Ruins

Like a 4th brother to me he was not just the tall dark and handsome type, but he...

The Outcome Spoiler

Pssss…  I know some thing’s are better left unsaid but this is not one of them.  I hate...

Join the Fight!

WE'RE AT WAR and our army of the willing is always looking for more soldiers to add to its...

“The Least of These” in Disguise

“The Least of These” as referred to in the “Good Book” (bible) strolled into my life yesterday as...

How do others FEEL about You?

Life experience has taught me that over time most people won’t necessarily remember exactly what you did for...

Need to Fire an Old Coach?

It is my belief that if you can truly convince a man that he is inferior or less-than...

“Power-Chat” with Allies

I was talking to a good friend today about some new developments in her life.  She had just...

Don’t Need a Co-Signer

F or those of you who are contemplating taking a positive step in a new direction, realize there...

Pray Not…

Don't forget today that we pray not for our mountains to be moved, but for the strength to...

Read the Fine Print

The most important words and phrases in most contracts can usually be found written in fine print at...

31 Flavors & 101 Scenarios

Ice-cream and life both have a distinct parallel.  Just as ice-cream has many possible flavors, life has many...

Believe YOU Can…

Another one of my short video's to get your "Belief Juices" flowing. I many of these poems to...

Conceive it – Believe it – ACHEIVE it

My definition of “Pure Frustration”:   When a great thought or idea visits me and then leaves before I...

The Technology Conundrum

My PSA - FYI (Public Service Announcement – For Your Information): I was hanging out with some buddies...

Help Spread the Word !!!

Living in a world where “sex” sells, “drama” dominates, “chaos” is a cash-cow, “profanity” is profitable and “raunchy”...

My Letter to Mr. Adversity

Dear Mr. Adversity, I’d like to take this time to thank you for being one of the few...

To Plan or NOT to Plan

Ever heard the phrase, “If you want to make God laugh just tell him your plans.”  Well, this...

Look into my eyes…

Look into my eyes so I can determine your level of belief today. Do you Believe you're capable...

Need a Silent Partner?

  Got a big dream?  Well, I do and if you’re in the “dreaming” business like me you...

Are You “ALLDUNN”

  I was driving to an appointment not long ago and happen to notice that the personalized license plate...

Just Kidding…

Well, what can I say, I was bored so I thought I'd create a sign just to make...

Mistakes Continue Until Lessons Are Learned

  I consider myself as a person that likes to be nice and welcoming to everyone I meet. ...

You Can’t Please Them All

One of the most foolish things we can do on our respective journey through this “life” thing is...

Failure Instructions

As I look around the world of cyberspace and the internet I see no shortage of  coaches and...

Are You Attractive?

It took me many years to figure out the following little nugget of knowledge and I invite you...

Are you in the “Know”?

It never ceases to amaze me to see how many people stumble through life neglecting or completely ignoring...

Go Get’em Smokey !!!

Meet Tommy, better known as “Smokey”.  I had the distinct privilege of meeting him while out on a...

BELIEVE ‘it’s’ Possible For You

The moment you truly believe 'it's' possible for you is when it truly becomes possible for you and...

Please Be Nice

Ever feel like you’re one unexpected bad incident away from going “postal” or one idiot away from embracing...

Don’t Wait. Make it GREAT!

Ever had one of those moments when the story of your whole life suddenly flashes by in front...

Does Two Wrongs Make a Right?

Two wrongs may not make a right but two wrongs get you two steps closer to a right....

The Hulk of Rage Ruins the Day

An idiot is soon to part with his front teeth and a fool is quick to part with...

Gift Accepting Etiquette

As I look back over my life it may come as a surprise to many to hear that...

Mental Computer Upgrade In-Order?

I’ve discovered an interesting parallel down through the years that I invite you to consider today.  To stay...

The Affliction of Negativity

As I stumble my way through this life I’ve had the good fortune of coming across people who...

Where’s the Mission Field?

  NEWS BULLETIN:  Our church’s, synagogue’s, tabernacles, masques, temples and sanctuaries are not our mission fields.  These are...

Are You Talking to Yourself?

  I've realized that sometimes the most important conversation you could ever have during times of crisis and...

Are you Most People?

I invite you to consider the following on this Magnificent Monday:  Knowing your passion and not following it...

What’s in Your Bucket?

A little “Food-4-Thought” for you to chew on today.  When others are going through the fire of life’s...

Come Join Us TODAY

WE'VE MADE IT OFFICIAL!!!  We've officially declared war against a mutual enemy called "Negative".  Dare to join us...

Beware of the “Snakes of Well-intention”

S ome people around you may attempt to squash your goals and dreams with a sharp comment or...

PROBLEMS: To Solve or NOT To Solve?

Years of experience has taught me that most people’s problems don’t necessarily need to be fixed they just...

The “No-Negative” Team

  I invite you to consider the following simple reality today.  Either we’re sowing “negativity” into this world...

Nuggets of Knowledge

A few of my Nuggets of Knowledge for you today from my soon-to-be released book, “Make it GREAT”:...

The Minefield between “Here” & “There”

I’ve been doing that “thinking” thing again and I invite you to consider the following thought:  The vast...

My Parents Drugged Me

Just got back from investing (not spending) all day with my bride and kiddos in Santa Ana and...

Physical Attractions & Mental Distractions

  Well, if you haven’t noticed already summer has come early this year again, especially on the California...

Education Doesn’t Stop w/ Graduation

In light of this graduation season I feel the urge to issue some unsolicited advice to those who...

The Inspiration Key = “GSTV”

I was chatting with a good friend not long ago and she was sharing with me some of...

Know Thyself & Thy-Cause

I would love to share with you today a little nugget of wisdom I’ve picked up on my...

Freedom isn’t FREE

On this great Memorial Day I invite you to reflect on the fact that the large majority of...

Your YIELD will = What you YIELD to

Over the years I’ve discovered that ultimately the results we get and what we yield in this life...

Thankful for What?

I was recently asked by a friend to write about something that I am thankful for.  And so...

Beware of the Dill Pickles

J ust a friendly reminder today that life is short and unpredictable and we only get one time...

A Life that Matters

A  few years ago after my wife and I had just realized our dream of designing and building...

Average is the Enemy

As I stumble through this thing called life I have become more and more intentional about continuing to...

Weirdism ?

I  created a new term a while ago called, "Weirdism".  This term is defined as the state of...

Found Your Motive?

I’ve been doing that “thinking” thing again lately and I would love to give out a little unsolicited...

Proceed with CONFIDENCE!

I feel the sudden urge today to issue the following words of encouragement to someone(s) in eye and...

“Good-4-Nothings” WANTED

E ver been called a "Good for nothing"?  Well, I have, and today I'm officially taking the sting...

The Mask of Personal Development

I was flying to an event not long ago and was anxious as usual to get to my...

Set Your Attitude in Advance

What a Magnificent Monday it’s going to be simply because I refuse to settle for anything less than...

Happy Mothers Day !!!

To all those Unsung Hero's out there, AKA "Mothers".  Please allow me to sing your song of recognition...

Seed of Greatness

I  was visiting the Mighty Sequoia National Forest not long ago with my family.  This is the type of trip...

Gather Your Flowers While You Live

As a kid my Mom used to always say, “Give me my flowers while I’m living because when...

The Delivery Woman’s Story

Was talking to my delivery woman not long ago and she shared the most interesting story of her...

Smarter than an Elephant?

D id you know Circus Elephants are trained as babies by setting a "Limiting Belief" in their mind...

Got Dreams?

A s we approach yet another welcomed week I would like to give you unbridled permission to have...

Your Time Will Come!

T here is nothing more exciting and powerful than a dream whose time for fulfillment has come.  This...

Non-Stop Education

I ’ve observed over the years that the poorly educated are often easily manipulated and violated and victimized...

The High Cost of being Misunderstood

I was having a casual conversation with my friend Michelle recently about some of the inherent perils of...

The “Struggle” before the “After”

WARNING! I've recently discovered that the phrase, "Before & After" is missing a very important word. The omission...

Marriage – “Us-We” over “I-Me”

I don’t believe in magic, but I do believe in magical moments and I’ve realized the minute you...

Suicide Assissins in Training

It has been said that the toughest assassin to stop is the one who's willing to sacrifice his...

CHOCOLATE! The PR Juggernaut

I was having a candid conversation with an old business colleague today and I had the opportunity to...

My Dream is NOT FOR SALE !!!

O  ver the past few years I’ve received several offers to partner with a few different companies or...

Hung from the Gallows

I’m convinced that if laziness was a criminal offense some people would be fried in the electric chair,...

Money vs Memories

During the seasoned-citizen years of our life I’m told that one of the most important assets we will...

Got ADVERSITY?

  I was laying in my bed in my most inspirational position this morning, which is flat on...

Make it GREAT !!!

2 - 4 - 6 - 8 Life is short so Make it GREAT !!! We only get...

Flagrant Evil vs “Good People”

Yes it’s true that evil can only flourish if good people stand by and do nothing.  We must...

The Cure for the “I’m Gonna” Disease REVEALED!

Years ago I wised up and stopped aggressively giving people a piece of my mind because eventually I had...

Better than “Butt-Whoopins”

As a proud “Generation X’er” raised by old fashioned “Baby  Boomers”, my most effective form of disciplining my...

Parenting a Winning Team

You can pick your cars but you can’t pick your kids.  Good or bad, happy or sad, mad...

Poised to Pounce?

Over the years I’ve noticed a very interesting pattern among the general public when it comes to our...

A Compliment Accepting Etiquette

H ave you ever heard of a "Compliment Accepting Etiquette"?  Well me neither, so in light of seeing...

The Gridiron Irony

I invested many Saturday afternoons and nights under the bright lights and screaming fans in this stadium playing...

Laughter is GREAT Medicine

Laughter's GREAT medicine.  Be sure to get you a daily dose. One minute of laughter can boost your...

Money = Happiness?

All my life I’ve heard the comment, “Money doesn’t make you happy”.  The interesting thing was that most...

Lesson Learned

I remember driving home toDallas,Texasfrom my college at theUniversityofUtahinSalt Lake Cityto pay my parents a surprise visit during...

Happy Easter !!!

If you believe He has risen, I'd like to "High Five" you today. If you don't believe He...

The Game of Life

The names may change but the game stays the same.  What game, you may ask?  Well, the game...

Contribution/Commitment & Chance/Change

Although the words “Chance” and “Change” are closely related in spelling, they’re not related at all in terms...

Feeling Lucky

Took this picture last night with my bride.  What’s the special occasion you may ask?  Well, today is...

The Marinading Process

As I look back over my life I must shamefully admit that I grew up with what I...

A Better You = A Better Life

It doesn’t matter how far or how fast you run or where you run to, you can never...

Squeeze the Juice Out of Your GIFTS

I didn’t want the day to end without a good word for my internet family and friends.  So...

Average Little Boy

If you do what you love, I guarantee you will love what you do. Strive to become masterful...

Marriage Advice from the Crows

I pulled into my driveway not long ago from dropping my kids off at school and I spotted...

Living Under the Positive Influence

Driving under the influence can get you a ticket to jail, but living under the influence can get...

“Too Busy” Syndrome

Don't be "Too Busy" to read this Post today: My observation of my group-home boys has afforded me...

We’re Definitely Not “Most People”

Over the years I’ve discovered that the struggles and hardships of our lives have a way of wearing...

The Tough Questions

For those of you who’re striving to accomplish some type of big goal or dream, I encourage you...

Don’t forget to SMILE

In this life we can all be found guilty of forgetting a lot of things at different times. ...

Anything but “Average”

I ’ve been gaining clarity in understanding that the reason why we eventually succeed is because we’re not...

I’ve Got Your Back

  I love creating these photos with a positive message and I truly feel that the most comforting...

How’s that “Stress-Level” today?

For those of you who’re in positions of authority, please be sure to check your stress level from...

Daily Disciplines (D8-Formula)

I  came up with a funny yet interesting life scenario this morning and wanted to share it with...

A “No-Brainer”

E ver heard the term, "No-Brainer"?  This refers to knowing or doing something without having to think about...

Love is spelled, “T-I-M-E”

When it comes to parenting and raising solid, respectful kids one of the most important words I’ve learned...

Check Your “Belief-o-meter” Today

Over the years I've discovered that our level of belief has a direct relationship with our level of...

Life’s Ups and Downs

A little food-4-thought for you today: Even the best among us have their fair share of ups and...

Battlefield of the Mind

I invite you to join me today in imagining ourselves winning those mental battles we've lost with ourselves...

Anything but “Average”

  E  ver heard the phrase, “Misery loves company”?  Well, I ran into one of misery’s cousins named...

Ready or Not!!!

 I  remember as a kid we used to play the ever-so-popular game called “Hide & Seek”.  The rules...

Succeed at Your Own Pace

Years ago I used to struggle with being happy for others who were succeeding and realizing their dreams. ...

Act as if…

While talking to a friend this morning about coming expectations of the future, it suddenly occurred to me...

Lending You A Prayer

I’m feeling generous today so I figure I’ll lend you my favorite prayer for a short while.  I...

The Numbers of Life Add Up.

I’m excited to share with you today that I’ve done the numbers on this “life” thing and it...

Your Reflection

At times I've found that one of our greatest assets can sometimes be the memory of our last...

4G’s of Greatness

I had the awesome privilege to speak to a large group of students at Stockdale Christian School today...

Make it Great!

Ever heard of a "DejaVu Moment"?  Well, I'm having one right now. This is when you swear that...

  We all have a little guru inside of us that's itching to get out. My inner guru's...

Life has revealed to me that most people sellout or 

What got you from "A" to "B" won't get you to "C" and "D" and definitely not "E,...

 

So my 4th grader Chayse-Marie gets out of bed this morning and heads over to her white marker...

Spreading Christmas Cheer

Black Santa and his trusty reindeer were at it again this year spreading Christmas Cheer on the streets...

ATTENTION BAKERSFIELD !!!!!!! A group of us "Good-4-Nothings" thought we'd do a little "Good" for "Nothing" (no $$$)...

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