The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 4 days ago
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“You have power over your attitude. It can make or break you! Make the right choice!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Sunday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — November 9, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Make Day!” Why Not?
“A leader’s actions matter. Actions build trust and set a positive example. Leaders with the best of intentions make sure their actions provide a clear purpose and direction. Make sure your actions and decisions are for the right reasons. Make ownership of actions a priority!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“There’s two kinds of people. Those that sat, ‘I’m gonna make it happen!’, and those that say ‘what happened?” — John C. Maxwell
“Go make stuff today. Make coffee. Make a ruckus. Make a difference. Make a memory. Make time for someone or something you love. The world needs makers.” — Unknown Author
“Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement.” — Golda Meir
“You have to make it happen.” — Denis Diderot
“Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.” — Michael Jordan
“Some destinations take longer to reach than others. If you are trying your best every day, even though you are struggling to make it to the next, remind yourself to stay strong. You are going to make it.” — Roger Lee
“If you have the chance to make someone happy, just do it. Sometimes people are struggling silently. Your act of kindness might make their day.” — Unknown Author
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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
Over my careers I've seen the differences a change in leadership can make. Usually for the better, but occasionally for the worse.