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Steps Why Graduate?
If All You’re Gonna Do Is Gravitate?
Relentless Aaron’s
4 Steps To Beating The Odds ( Whether You Graduated or Not)
Dedicated to my son, DeWitt Gilmore, and all graduates & non-graduates throughout the world
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My Name Is Relentless
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I’m an ESTABLISHED, PUBLISHED, AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR
I Also Create, Edit & Produce Films, Commercials, Music Videos and Documentaries... Sunday, June 9, 13
I am a photographer, I produce websites, as well as I ghost-write, publish children’s books, e-books, etc. Sunday, June 9, 13
I became a worldwide phenom in 2005 when I signed and delivered on a 14 - book traditional publishing deal and received over $250,000.00 in Book & Film contracts.
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But there was nothing traditional about me! I was unorthodox in book promotion.
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VERY unorthodox!
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I had received national & international media attention, even before the book deal
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Besides writing my own books I also write and publish books for others...
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Wow!
So many of you have read my novels or else you recognize my voice on Facebook Youtube, Instagram or Twitter...
Thank You! Sunday, June 9, 13
So, now that you know about me, here’s a tip for YOU on your graduation...
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Knowledge Experience Advice Resources I figure its time I used my influence to effect change. So I’ll start with you, here & now...
I know that this is where your journey begins
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I realize it's now that people are graduating all over the country, and many futures are at stake. So I thought I’d share some jewels... Sunday, June 9, 13
You need a career that will earn you substantial wages or at least help you pay your bills.
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Some of you are fortunate and you have a talent OR coincidence that will take you very far, very fast. Sunday, June 9, 13
Hopefully you are prepared to keep what you earn... Sunday, June 9, 13
Maybe you have studied long & hard, focused on mastering your craft... And you’ve earned the top spot Sunday, June 9, 13
HOWEVER... there are so many more normal folks who just need a job...
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AND... it should be a job that is enjoyable, and one that will lead you to your life's purpose. Sunday, June 9, 13
Sure, College prepared you with some foundation. But while that helps with
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SURVIVAL...
But, college cannot assure you
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GREATNESS
GREATNESS IS IN YOU! YOU SIMPLY NEED TO IDENTIFY YOUR “REASON” Sunday, June 9, 13
THE ANSWER LIES WITHIN YOUR INTERESTS AND YOUR INTERESTS LEAD TO YOUR ABILITIES.
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COMBINED WITH EXPERIENCE & CONSTANT IMPROVEMENT, THAT ALL AMOUNTS TO YOUR LIFE’S PURPOSE. Sunday, June 9, 13
Relentless Aaron
But has anyone taught you how to pursue greatness? Sunday, June 9, 13
I work ALL the time!
I can’t talk long, gotta keep movin
I work SMART!
I WORK HARD!
Did they teach you hard work ethic in school? Sunday, June 9, 13
Did they teach you Tough Times and how to overcome them?? Sunday, June 9, 13
And if you don't achieve greatness, if you fall on hard luck, did they teach you ultimate survival skills?? Sunday, June 9, 13
I have lived success I have Excelled, I have fallen and I have overcome... Sunday, June 9, 13
In other words, I have been up and down the food chain of success... Sunday, June 9, 13
So, I'm not here to scare you with my stumbles and falls, my troubles or curses. Sunday, June 9, 13
I am here to inspire you. So here it goes‌
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Master Your Craft
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Spend the most time possible at studying practicing mastering what you're interest is. Be as unique as possible, and remember that learning never stops. Sunday, June 9, 13
Be Unique & Different
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Take your skills,knowled ge and information and create your own Sunday, June 9, 13
Present yourself as an apprentice to an industry leader. (Climb that chain)
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Preparation! Prepare for tough times. Don't just get comfortable with what you have, what you own, or what Sunday, June 9, 13
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Make it a personal challenge: Try and outdo yourself, your goals and objectives.
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Accountability
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• Finally, document your growth your challenges and your accomplishments... Sunday, June 9, 13
At least, you will always have a story to tell and to share with others. And that, my friend, adds value & purpose to your journey Sunday, June 9, 13
Know that if you take these steps, in pursuit of your purpose, you have indeed experienced life to the fullest! To whatever degree you have experienced
greatness! Sunday, June 9, 13
PURSUE YOUR GREATNESS Sunday, June 9, 13
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Thank you for taking time to read my story. I care about our generation and our youth. I’d love to keynote at your school or organization event. Visit www.relentlessaaron.net I appreciate you! Sincerely, Relentless
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