From Chad

Coach Ed Agresta motivated his football team by wearing a winter coat during August practice, reminding them of their goal to win the state championship on December 14. This visual reminder instilled a strong vision and purpose in the players.

Michelangelo’s David statue, carved from a marble block, rejected by two other sculptors, exemplifies how something initially deemed worthless can be transformed into a masterpiece. Embracing what others have rejected can lead to breakthroughs in innovation.

Charles Laughton, the renowned British actor, attended a Christmas dinner party where guests shared their favorite poems. Despite his eloquent recitation of Psalm 23, an elderly ants, simple recitation moved the room to tears. Laughton explained that while he knew the psalm, she truly knew the Shepherd. The story highlights the difference between head knowledge and heart knowledge.

The greatest battle is the internal one against negative thoughts, as described in Brian Tracy‘s book “Victory!” Winning this war is crucial for personal and professional success, as the mind can be both an ally and an enemy.

Small, consistent choices, compound overtime, leading to significant differences. A story of three friends and minor daily decisions show how lives can change over a short period of time.

Knowing where you are is crucial for effective decision-making, both personally and professionally. Self-awareness and situational awareness requires self reflection to see life clearly.

Colonel David Hackworth transformed a demoralized battalion by enforcing small act of discipline, like shaving, to combat chaos and build momentum. Small, consistent actions can combat chaos and build momentum for larger improvements.

The Swiss watch industry, once dominant, lost its market, shared to Japan because it failed to recognize the true value proposition of timekeeping, focusing instead on traditional watchmaking. The story highlights the importance of understanding one’s core purpose to adapt to change and avoid obsolescence. Individuals and organizations should regularly question their true purpose to remain meaningful.

Success is like pointillism, a painting technique, using tiny dots to create a whole image. Each day is a dot on the canvas of life, contributing to the masterpiece you’re painting. Trust the process, place each dot thoughtfully, and have the patience to see the whole picture.

Maisie Devore, a woman from Eskridge, Kansas, collected aluminum cans for 30 years to fund a community swimming pool. Her story exemplifies the power of determination in the impact of unsung heroes.