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The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!


Today's Message is: "Step Day!" Why Not?

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!


Good “Tuesday!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters,” and all great connections. Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in The Woodlands, TX — 9 August 2022!


Today’s Message is: “Step Day!” Why Not?


“What is the first step toward becoming an excellent leader? The most important first step for leaders to have a solid foundation is being right with themselves. Identifying and equipping themselves with their own development needs. Making sure that they have the integrity and character needed to build the proper relationships, foster team building, and win people’s trust. If you’re right with yourself you have taken the first step toward successful leadership! Are you ready to take the first step?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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The Quote in the Picture Today Reads:


“There is no one giant step that does it. It’s a lot of little steps.” — Peter Cohen


More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:


“If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it. If you don’t ask, the answer is always no. If you don’t step forward, you’re always in the same place.” — Nora Roberts


“Even the smallest actions are steps in the right direction.” — Unknown Author

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” — Lao Tzu


“Every journey begins with a single step.” — Unknown Author

“The distance is nothing; it’s only the first step that is difficult.” —Marquise du Deffand


“Yes I did it! I will do it. I can do it. I’ll try to do it. How do I do it? U want to do it. I can’t do it. I won’t do it. Which step have you reached today?” — Unknown Author

“Some steps need to be taken alone. It’s the only way to really figure out where you need to be.” — Mandy Hale


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“Remember this always and the meaning runs deep for all those men and women who’ve served this great nation: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life!' " — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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7 Comments


H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
Aug 09, 2022

Good afternoon Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. Taking the first step is necessary to approach a myriad of things, from relationships to leadership. I believe that taking the first step towards a relationship is an important step towards learning how to take the steps to being a great leader. I submit the below link for y’all to see some stories in the Bible, about taking the first step have a blessed day today and always.


Taken From:https://www.bigtimberchurch.com/relate-moving-toward-others-day-3/



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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
Aug 09, 2022
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I do not know what happened to this.mit seems to have continued to replicate itself. I have a virus that I need to deal with. Sorry!

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jackhokie68
jackhokie68
Aug 09, 2022

As a flier you always had to be one step ahead of the aircraft. That was great training for becoming a leader.



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I can only imagine Jack every step you took as a pilot my friend. Great quote and example - have a super day my friend.

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gasman0617
gasman0617
Aug 09, 2022

Good Tuesday morning Colonel




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Good "Tuesday" Morning Robert... thank you for the thoughtful quotes today brother and enjoy your day!

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