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Writer's pictureCol (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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

Updated: Mar 9, 2023


If your not willing to motivate yourself, how can others motivate you... it's an attitude!
Today's Message is: "Motivate Day!" Why Not?

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


Good “Monday!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters,” and all great connections. Welcome to the new week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in The Woodlands, TX — 6 March 2023!

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

“Great leaders always motivate others to accomplish their purpose and vision. They reward hard work, provide timely and positive feedback, and they communicate what, when, and why. Do you lead from the top, motivate your team, and challenge them?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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The Quote in the Picture Today Reads:

“No one can motivate you until you motivate yourself.” — Unknown Author

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:


“You can motivate others by talking, but inspiration comes from others seeing you take action.” — Patrick Gregoire


“Surround yourself with those who challenge you, push you, and motivate you!” —Unknown Author

“Motivate yourself to inspire others.” — Mohith Agadi


“Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done, it’s always your choice.” —Wayne Dyer

“Be the source of your motivation, don’t wait for others to motivate you.” — Unknown Author


“Motivate yourself, don’t listen to those who only see your mistakes.” — Unknown Author

“Leaders must be close enough to relate to others, but far enough ahead to motivate them.”— John C. Maxwell


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gasman0617
gasman0617
06 thg 3, 2023

Good Monday morning Colonel.






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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
07 thg 3, 2023
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I really like the last one Robert. Blessings my friend.

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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
06 thg 3, 2023

A most compelling thought Jack. Have a blessed day my friend.

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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
06 thg 3, 2023



Good morning Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. I believe that my motivation comes from God. He has blessed me with so much, that I do not not want to disappoint Him. Let’s take a look t what the Bible has to say about motivation. Have a blessed day today and always.


Taken from:https://www.gotquestions.org/Bible-motivation.html


What does the Bible say about motivation?


ANSWER Motivation is defined as “that which moves one toward an action; that which changes, provokes, or impels our very being.” The Bible has a great deal to say about motivation. The motivation of Christians is different from that of unbelievers. For one thing, our sense of motivation or inspiration comes from God,…

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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
06 thg 3, 2023
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I would really always do what God would have me to do, but I have and still do disappoint Him, much to my regret. I thank Him from the bottom of my heart for His Grace. Blessings.

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jackhokie68
jackhokie68
06 thg 3, 2023

Motivation is essential and good leaders know how to do it so that their teams want to do whatever needs to be done. In my mind that motivation needs to be incremenntal, you can't get by-in unless you've been working on it all along, which is why I often have issues with self help gurus.



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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
07 thg 3, 2023
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With an occasional big one. Blessings.

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