The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 10 hours ago
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“You’ve got dreams, plans, and goals. Let them doubt you and then let them know who you are!” — 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 — December 21, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Let Them Day!” Why Not?
“Great leaders empower people by removing barriers to growth. They let them know they’re seen and valued for their talents and specific skills. If you want to lead people for results then let them do what they do best. Let them grow, shine, and surprise you with a job well done!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Don’t let them get you down. Be cheeky and wild and wonderful.” — Astrid Lindgren
“Let them be wrong about you. There’s nothing you need to prove!” — Unknown Author
“Never retreat. Never explain. Get it done and let them howl.” — Benjamin Jowett
“If they want to leave… let them. If they choose someone else… let them. If they don’t support you… let them. If they don’t invite you… let them. Stop wasting your energy trying to control or change other people. Let them show who they really are. And then you can choose what to do next.” — Mel Robbins
“Let them wonder, let them judge, let them talk, let them believe, but don’t let them stop you.”— Neha Dua
“If you find someone who makes you smile, who checks up on you often to see if you’re okay, who watches out for you and wants the very best for you, don’t let them go. Keep them close and don’t take them for granted. People like them are hard to find.” — Unknown Author
“Leave energy drainers alone. Don’t let them slow you down and stop your dream. Your possibilities are too important.” — Les Brown
“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. It’s about “Honor & Respect Always – Warriors for Life!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
