What I know for Sure

At the library the other day I randomly picked up Tavis Smiley’s recent book, What I Know For Sure: My story of growing up in America.  I started it at 9pm last night & finished it today by noon.  Couldn’t put it down.

In a nutshell, it’s good.  It’s not the writing says ta-da, but his story is crazy good.  He is a passionate, driven, hard-working communicator with a deep sense of community and civic responsibility.  I respect him tremendously & appreciate the work he does to bring positive change in urban communities.

The book gives a number of leadership principles, plus the basic truth: if you don’t work hard, you are probably not going to succeed and get the dream you want.  Be the best!  Be driven & inspire yourself constantly.  I took 10 minutes today to write out the best tips & advice he gives.  A worthwhile read for sure.

It was really an inspiring book.  A+