A worthwhile and even historic path to motivation can be
found through reading the noted quotes of the famous and not-to-famous. As I have embarked upon this new business
model of communication one quote stays with me from Andrew Carnegie.
You may or may not know the name Andrew Carnegie, and if you
do you may not know much more than he was a very wealthy man. He founded the
company which became United States Steel, but historically is perhaps now
better known as one of the foremost philanthropists the U.S.
Mr. Carnegie was instrumental in the establishment of more
than 2,600 public libraries. He was
convinced that information should be readily available to any who would make
use of it. It is one of his quotes that,
when blended with my own mantra (be better than you’ve been, do more than
you’ve done), drives me each day.
Andrew Carnegie said, and I will paraphrase, “The man unable
to motivate himself will not rise above mediocrity no matter his talents or giftings.” This quote is an ever-present driver if I
feel like ignoring my social media marketing for a day, or taking a day off
from working on either of the books I am currently writing, or prospecting for
speaking gigs, or publishing, etc., etc.
It gets me on track if my Bible study is neglected, or
continuing to digest fresh insights isn’t maintained. There is so much that goes into one’s own
enterprise that, at times, it can be absolutely overwhelming. Having owned a home renovation biz some years
ago, I am well aware of how daunting a task business ownership is. Being back in the game, so to speak, I
appreciate this nugget from one of the best businessmen of all time.
Search on the internet, or in your local library (Bartlett
Fearlessly,
JD
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