The Quote of the Day Show | Daily Motivational Talks 2247 | Les Brown: "When You Have a Golden Dream, You’re Going to Have Some Obstacles.”
Aug 18, 2025
Les Brown, a renowned motivational speaker and author, captivates listeners with an inspiring tale about Richard Williams, the father who envisioned his daughters as tennis champions. He emphasizes that facing obstacles, rejection, and fear is essential for growth. True leadership, according to Les, involves inspiring others and turning adversity into opportunity. With dynamic passion, he challenges everyone to pursue their golden dreams, urging them to see beyond their circumstances and become living examples of change.
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Training A Dream Into Existence
- Richard Williams decided to train daughters he didn't yet have to be tennis champions and learned coaching from books and tapes.
- His intention and relentless learning produced Venus and Serena Williams as world-class players.
Reclaiming Courts Despite Violence
- Les Brown describes Richard Williams confronting drug dealers to reclaim tennis courts and getting violently attacked for it.
- Williams still persisted after having his teeth kicked out, showing willingness to pay high costs for his dream.
Expect Obstacles For Golden Dreams
- When you have a golden dream, expect serious obstacles and keep moving forward despite threats or violence.
- Refuse to back down when challenged and accept hardship as part of pursuing greatness.