Category Archives: inspiration

Inspiration from a 12 Year Old

 Not too long ago, I had the privilege of delivering the keynote speech for Community Connections Volunteer Appreciation Event.  This non-profit organization in Jacksonville, FL does an amazing job of fighting homelessness, poverty and hunger, helping families, and homeless women … Continue reading

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The Power of Choice: Stand in Your Power

There are so many times in our lives when we can choose to be courageous, strong, and live in our integrity, and there are times when some of us do not. Regardless of peer or political pressure in any situation, … Continue reading

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What You Focus On You Create

Choose Wisely Energy follows thought so you really want to be careful where you put your thoughts.  If you are worried about paying bills and all you see in front of you is a mess and a stack of bills like … Continue reading

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What Lights Your Fire?

Get Fired Up! By Doing What You Love   When I wrote my first book, Fired Up!, in 1996, it was born from a deep seated passion. I truly believe there is a fire inside each of us that gets ignited when … Continue reading

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Expect the Best of Others at Work and at Home

Are Looking for the Good or the Bad? Remember the astonishing statistic that 88% of American workers NEVER receive thanks for the work they have done?  Some managers expect the worst of their employees.  They are constantly micromanaging them, looking … Continue reading

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The Power of Inspiration

What or Who Inspires You? Inspiration is an amazing thing.  It can lead terrified soldiers into battle, spur on great action in times of duress, and move mountains of prejudice and negativity. One of the the greatest sources of inspiration … Continue reading

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What is Your Legacy?

You Never Know What Will Happen I was out of the country this past week on vacation and returned home to two sad events. Cinderella Hubbard,  (yes that was her real name) the woman who raised me, has passed away … Continue reading

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