The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 2 days ago
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“Do you know what direction you’re going in life? It is time to map out a new route? If not now, when?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Thursday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — July 10, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Route Day!” Why Not?
“Leaders are constantly navigating change and challenges. The key to getting everyone going in the right direction is mapping out a new route with clear objectives and focusing on the end state. Leaders need to adapt new strategies and develop a new route when they run into a dead end!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Always take the scenic route, you never know what adventures you will find.” — Unknown Author
“Let us decide on the route that we wish to take to pass our life, and attempt to sow that route with flowers.” — Madame Du Chatelet
“Helping people grow and achieve their dreams is the fastest route to success.” — T. Harv Eker
“Don’t expect anyone to understand your journey, particularly if your route has never been walked.” — Unknown Author
“Enjoy the journey… knowing that the shortest path isn’t always the best route.” — Gail Lynne Goodwin
“The route to wholeness is not perfection but embracing the realities of our lives.” — David G. Benner
“If you really believe in what you’re doing, work hard, take nothing personally and if something blocks one route, find another. Never give up.” — Laurie Notaro
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life’!” COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
As a former bomb dropper I've learned that the route is much more important than the target. The least likely route generally assures getting to where you want to be.