The Dynamic Leader

My Dad is my real life hero. My Dad was a successful athlete. He competed collegiately in both football and golf. I wasn’t a great athlete. I struggled just to make the team. I was the slowest, smallest and weakest player on every team I played on. My Mom and Dad traveled to each game my teams played to show their support. Mind you, I didn’t play in most of those games. He supports and encourages continued success.

My Dad is my real life hero. My mother died a tragic death. She had a disease similar to Parkinson’s and passed at the age of 62. My Dad cared for his wife of 40 years, during her sickness, in a more beautiful fashion than any Hollywood story has ever been written. He makes lemonade out of life’s lemons.

My Dad is my real life hero. He started a program called “The Heart of a Champion” with a focus on mentoring un-employed and life-challenged adults. Often times the participants are homeless come from abusive relationships or have a criminal background. The goal of his the program is to help 1 million individuals throughout the United States live a more successful life. He is a Mentor- Make the World a Better Place.

My Dad is my real life hero. I’ve never been the best athlete, student, businessman, Christian, husband or father, but my dad has always supported me. The word “proud” is commonly used in our family. He doesn’t mince his words, “I am proud of you” commonly communicated to me. I genuinely know my Dad is proud of me and loves me. Is there anything more important in life? He’s Proud of Me.

When I grow up, I want to be like my Dad.

5 Keys to a Successful Life--- as seen from a son’s eyes:

1. Lead by Example
2. Support and Encourage Success
3. Make Lemonade Out of Life’s Lemons
4. Make the World a Better Place- Mentor Others
5. Love Intensely