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I just saw a video interview with Blake Mycoskie….you know, the man behind Tom’s shoes?  He gives a pair of shoes to a needy child every time you buy a pair of his shoes.  Not to mention, they are manufactured ethically and with sustainable products. He is without a doubt a trailblazer and inspiration to many.

He said something that I am hearing a lot lately.  That the time to give is now...He spoke about his mentors who were successful and later in their careers, they were able to give back in many ways.  But they waited until late in their life to do it.

He said that his mentors told him that they were happiest when they could give back  to their community or the world…and make a difference. In his twenties, and not wanting wait to give back, Blake came up with the idea for Tom’s shoes.  Blake is living in the present and found a way to strike that balance.  His is a terrific story.

Many of us get focused on the goal and forget that we are living our lives right now. When I  speak at colleges and high schools  many nod their heads when I talk about “The List”  You know, “I will get through high school, then college, then find a career and THEN I will be living my life.  Giving back???  Well that will come later when I am successful.”

Your life is right now.

Ask anyone who volunteers…..is it more valuable to them or to those receiving the help?

Many will say they are happiest when helping others.

It is also a FANTASTIC way to find your passion...

Tom took his passion and turned it into something so positive for so many.  
...And he didn’t wait.  Because that list will never really be done.

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