The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day and Week!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- Mar 6
- 3 min read
“We live in tough times, be positive, be steady, be strong & suck it up in the face of challenges!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day and Week!
Let’s always “Remember Everyone Deployed” around the world today and every day!

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Today’s Message is: “Steady Day!” Why Not?”
“Stability in leadership is very important. During times of uncertainty, leaders think and act strategically. They bring their skills, confidence, and a steady mindset to face challenges. Lead and hold steady as leader through chaos and confusion. You will earn people trust and respect!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Turtles teach us that being slow and steady can win life’s biggest races.” — Unknown Author
“ASAP: As slow as possible. As soft as possible. As sustainable as possible. As sincere as possible. As steady as possible. Allow space and pause.” — Unknown Author

“Slow, steady progress is better than fast, daily excuses.” — Robin Sharma
“Remember that steady progress wins. Don’t worry if others pass you. Listen to the voice inside. You’ve got this!” — Unknown Author

“As steady as the tides, life constantly uncovers the treasures hidden within us.” — Unknown Author
“Pause and remember — slow and steady will get you where you want to go. If you put too much pressure on yourself for results too quickly, you will quickly give up.” — Jenni Young

“Steady is the hand that’s come to terms with the lessons it has had to learn.” — The Oh Hellos
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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

Good afternoon Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. When life throws us rocks and uncertainties, we can always count on our steady source of strength, which is found in our Svior Jesus Christ. Be steady in studying the Holy Scriptures, so as to increase your relationship with our Creator God. Have a blessed day today and always.
Taken from:https://www.christianity.com/wiki/jesus-christ/how-jesus-holds-us-steady-through-the-painful-storms-of-life.html
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All the great leaders that I worked under had one thing in common, they were steady in their decision making process and didn't jump willie nilly on any convenient solution. Conversely, the so-so leaders were conversant in willie nilly!