The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 10 hours ago
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“Take actionable steps to recharge and reignite your ‘drive’ in life. Make something happen!” — 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 to the new month from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — February 1, 2026
Today’s Message is: “Drive Day!” Why Not?
“Great leaders inspire people to excel, they drive change without fear, and get them to buy-in to a shared vision. If you want to drive success and achieve goals in leadership, then empower people, unlock potential, and communicate a clear vision. How do you drive results?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Success is the desire, aspiration and drive to do something meaningful, important, significant, valuable or substantial that has an impact on your life and other people.” — Duncan Muguku
“If you can’t believe in miracles, then believe in yourself. When you want something bad enough, let that drive push you to make it happen. Sometimes you’ll run into brick walls that are put there to test you. Find a way around them and stay focused on your dream. Where there’s a will, there’s a way.” — Isabel Lopez
“You need to realize that you must have something to aim for, something to driveyou.” — Rohit Sharma
“You can make something of your life, it just depends on your drive.” — Eminem
“Drive doesn’t wait for motivation – it creates it.” — Unknown Author
“Follow your passion, be prepared to work hard and sacrifice, and, above all, don’t let anyone limit your dreams. You can do anything as long as you have the passion, the drive, the focus, and the support.” — Unknown Author
“Enthusiasm releases the drive to carry you over obstacles and adds significance to all you do.” — Norman Vincent Peale
“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
Great leaders simply show the direction for their team to drive.