The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- Oct 17
- 3 min read
“The most important thing you can do in life is stay loyal to yourself — be true to you!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Saturday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the weekend from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — October 18, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Loyal Day!” Why Not?
“A loyal leader treats people with respect and makes them feel valued. To earn loyalty you must be loyal to your people, value their input and feedback, and be committed to their success. Are you a loyal leader?" — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“One loyal friend is worth ten thousand relatives..” — Euripides
“Be loyal, surely, to everyone, but firstly, be loyal to yourself.” — Unknown Author
“I may not always be easy going, but I am loyal. I may not always be willing to compromise, but I am honest. I may have flaws, I am far from perfect, but I am always 100% real.” — Unknown Author
“It’s not about who’s nice to your face. It’s about who stays loyal behind your back.” — Unknown Author
“Loyalty. Be loyal to those who are not present. In doing so, you build the trust of those who are present.” — Stephen Covey
“There’s nothing more precious than a loyal friend. If you find one, cherish them.” — Unknown Author
“Trust is earned across a thousand loyal moments.” — Unknown Author
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds!
Join our Volunteer, Army Combat Medic Veteran, & Music Writer/Producer Mike Williams TONIGHT filling in for Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs for "Burly's Warriors" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "How Was Your Week?"
Warriors for Life (WFL) Peer Support Network Online "Burly's Warriors" edition, presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — (TONIGHT), October 18, 2025 @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87197441247
Drop in every Monday Morning for “Cup O' Joe" with Volunteer and Army Veteran Derrick Iozzio as part of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. VFV! Check out the times below and how to connect through Zoom!
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Cup O' Joe" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Monday Morning starting at 6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, and 9:00 AM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88191389604
“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country: 'Honor & Respect Always—Warriors for Life’!” COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
A leader who isn't going to be loyal to their people is one of the easiest things to see through. And one of the reasons wannabe leaders usually fail.