The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 15 hours ago
- 3 min read
“Life is too short to chase unimportant things. Focus on your purpose and things that make you feel alive!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Tuesday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — August 12, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Chase Day!” Why Not?
“It’s important for leaders to be aligned with their values, passion, and purpose. Therefore, they lead with vision and they don’t chase after outcomes. Great leaders know you can’t control outcomes, but you can control your attitude, your planning, and the process that will lead to the desired results!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Don’t chase people. Be an example. Attract them. Work hard and be yourself. The people who belong in your life will find you and stay.” — Steve Maraboli
“If you never chase your dreams you will never catch them.” — Unknown Author

“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.” — Vince Lombardi
“Instead of chasing people, chase your purpose. Chase self-awareness and clarity. Chase connections with people who put in the same effort you do. Don’t chase someone who doesn’t give a damn about you. Don’t.” — Sylvester McNutt

“Don’t chase someone else’s version of success. Define your own and make it beautiful.” — Colleen Benas
“To chase dreams, be brave like a knight. Put on your courage armor, charge into the battle with strong determination, and watch your dreams unfold.” — Unknown Author

“Chase your dreams. Don’t wait til the dreams come true.” — Unknown Author
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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