The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

- Sep 21
- 3 min read
“Milestones in life shape your identity, bring joy, and bring big wins in life!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Monday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the new week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — September 22, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Milestone Day!” Why Not?
“It’s important for leaders to establish focused benchmarks and milestones that drive success. Great leaders spend more time communicating the ‘why’and ‘what’ so people have a clear meaning to the mission and vision. Be confident in your ability to execute and manage milestones!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Celebrate your milestones, for they are the stepping stones to success.” — Bob Proctor
“Life isn’t a matter of milestones, but of moments.” — Rose Kennedy

“Remember to celebrate milestones as you prepare for the road ahead.” — Nelson Mandela
“Life is what happens between milestones.” — Unknown Author

“Be thankful for all of the small victories as you work toward large milestones as it’s not the endgame that matters most, but how you got where you are.” — Unknown Author
“Measure success by the lives you’ve impacted — not just — the milestones you’ve achieved.” — Unknown Author

“Listing your personal milestones is like storing a pocketful of sunshine for a rainy day. Sometimes our best is simply not enough… We have to do what is required.” — Winston Churchill
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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Warriors for Life (WFL) Online “It’s Coffee with Lauren” Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Friday Morning starting at 6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, and 9:00 AM ET
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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










When you think about it, truly great leaders are the ones who don't turn milestones into millstones.