With which word would you like your life to be described in your absence; typical, ordinary, common, normal, usual, fair, so-so, run-of-the-mill, not bad or mediocre?  “Most People” would be disappointed if either of these words were spoken in the same sentence when describing their life-legacy after they’re death.  The hard truth is all of these words are synonyms of the word “average.”  Yep, this word equates basically to a life of “nothing really ventured, nothing really gained,” and the unfortunate reality is most peoples lives end up categorized  this way.

I believe each and every one of us was created and designed to be and do something great, but somewhere along the pathway of our life we settle into “comfort” which breeds a life of “average.”  A life of “average” is okay but I believe we have too many people making “average” and “good” the goal.  Some people will even become upset and defensive when they’re offered the notion of reaching for higher heights and going further to do something outside of themselves and their family for the betterment of others.  It appears they in-some-way feel they need to justify their desire to stay on a life-path of mediocrity.  Hmmmm…  I caution you today to not let this be you.

Many will concede to a life of “average” no doubt,  but not us.  Many may consider settling for a life of “so-so” but not us.  Many will yield and surrender their ambition over to a life of “mediocrity” but not us.  Many will resign themselves to leading a life of “normal,” “usual,” “typical” and “ordinary,” but definitely not us.

I invite you to consider the possibility of living a life of thriving and not merely surviving.  A life in service to others and not just our own brothers.  A life trying to better the world and not just raising our own boys and girls.  In a world where most are pushing and striving for “average” and good, let’s renew our commitment to do what it takes to make it GREAT! 

ANYTHING BUT AVERAGE!!!

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Just a few more of my quotes from my soon-to-be-released book.  Pre-Order your copy today to take advantage of the freebies:  www.MakeItGeatNOW.com

“If you get an unwanted text message from your checkered past, press delete and keep-on moving.”

“It’s hard to bend a tree when it’s two feet thick, so discipline it while it’s young.”

“The path of least resistance leads to Average Avenue.”

“Anger is like a guy with a fat belly.  You can hold it in for a while but eventually you have to let it all hang out.”

“Passion is intensified in the trenches of troubles and struggles.”

“Don’t let the stress and strain of your life bully you into a bad attitude.”

“You can’t please them all because even if you please them all, you’re still bound to run into someone that doesn’t like the fact that you’re pleasing them all.”

Tips to help you become that person or leader that others want to follow.  Techniques to show you how to take captive those moments of high tension and stress and turn them into triumph and success.  Takeaways on how to leave others physically and emotionally better than you found them.  And sooooo much more.

Life-Tested, proven Formulas to get you past what stops 95% of the general public dead in their tracks when it comes to accomplishing their most ambitious goals and dreams.  Nuggets of Knowledge that will catapult you light-years ahead of “most people” in the area of personal development.

A better you today in everyway is the goal and all these things and much, much more can be found in the pages of my book that’s being hailed as the contemporary bible of personal development by many.  Pre-Order your copy TODAY @:   www.MakeItGreatNOW.com

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I was having a great conversation with my dad this morning and he reminded my that in the eyes of many we’re only as good as our last favor.  My dad is always good for making statements like this so I wasn’t really surprised when he said it.  But I was surprised how shocking this can be in the moments you experience it first hand.  I must admit there’s nothing shorter in life than the memory’s of those who spend it with their hands out asking for favors.  The last favor tends to fade from their memory rather quickly.  Hmmmm… 

I’m reminded of the words of the late, great 35^th President, John F. Kennedy when he said, “Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country.”  Profound words that were so simple yet carried so much weight.  I believe we shouldn’t stumble through this life looking for favors, hand-outs and for what others can do for us, but we should find ways to do for others, for it is true that it is far better to be a giver than to be a receiver of those who are willing to give.  

Yes, I understand that most people tend to have short memories and are oftentimes stuck on a “What have you done for me lately?” mode of thinking.  But, the statement and belief that, “We’re only as good as our last favor,” should never be acceptable.  So, don’t make the mistake of letting your actions justify this statement and belief.  

Our communities are in dire need of servant-leaders who aren’t afraid to step up and step out to lead the charge in showing and modeling to others what it means to be a giver of ones time, talents, treasures and tears.  Let us not be guilty of “knowing it” but not “showing it.” 

So, what have you done for someone else lately?  What are you prepared to do today to make someone else’s day great?  No need to answer out loud, just “show me” and make me proud.

This is definitely a breadcrumb to making it Great.

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I believe one of the most important lessons I’ve learned when it comes to business and investing is mass hysteria created by greed and fear also creates a diffusion of responsibility and false security amongst the masses.            Yes, the old saying, “There’s safety in numbers,” is true however there can be diffusion, illusion and confusion in numbers too.  I caution you today to be careful not to fall into this infamous trap.  All that glitters isn’t gold, sometimes it’s fools-gold. Just because a feeling and emotion is popular among a group doesn’t necessarily mean the feeling and emotion is correct and the potential risks involved is any less.  The promise of quick fortunes in the absence of effort has claimed many victims with stars in their eyes and excitement on their breath.

Simply put, when the masses appear to be all excited and jazzed up, your caution flag should go up.  I’m sure many savvy professionals will agree this is the time to step away from the fray of it all and begin your own due diligence.  And, don’t be afraid to say “No” and let it go and pass on the opportunity if the facts you find aren’t accurate and in-line.  Yes my friends, the age-old primary emotions that stimulate, motivate and dictate human behavior is still greed and fear the last time I checked.  So be cautious and don’t let it manipulate you into doing something you might later regret when the dust settles.

This breadcrumb can save you a lot of money and undue heartache, stress and pain while on your journey through this “Life” thing.  Trust me I know this breadcrumb extremely well.  Proceed with caution as you attempt to make it GREAT!

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