Co-author, The Heart of a Black Man

As a Black man who has had lots of good experiences, as well as bad, or has overcome life challenges, what keeps you motivated to keep going?

My Children Anthony Jr ,Kendra & Balint Shannon because I want them to do better than me to carry the Shannon name to greatness in Serving. That Success is the pursuit and attainment of worthwhile goals and objectives with the capacity to enjoy the pursuit. Success is the progression toward predetermined worthwhile goals stabilized by moral beliefs that bring Joy and happiness with God’s Word as the foundation. Knowing that we can, really make a difference in just one Black male’s life keeps me going and to never give up and that they can Overcome, even when the ODDS are stacked against them, and still WIN BIG!

Briefly, share one of the most significant experiences you’ve had as a Black man that impacted your life and why. Watching my stepdad use drugs and alcohol that literally took his life, and I was right there next to him when he died. That’s why I do not do drugs or drink liquor today. After witnessing that I made up my mind that I would do something with the Shannon Name.The Second thing that impacted my life was working in the Arizona Prison and witnessed an execution of a young Black Man who screamed I am still innocence ,I swear I am innocence. Then he died,so I speak to Black Men to do my best to keep them from Prison.

What encouraging words do you have for the younger generation of Black men? audience of leaders, what would you say in regard to the plight of the Black man?

• Don’t ever let anyone question your Blackness. It’s not their right.

• Success is not only through fame and fortune but also through hard work and integrity, which pays off really big.

• Education is, and will always be, essential—no matter what career you choose.

• Money not handled right will choke your commitment to righteousness. Pay your Taxes,Pay your debts,Please Provide for your Family, Give to the poor, support the Kingdom of God,and Save and accumulate Wealth.

If you want to be important, wonderful. If you want to be recognized, wonderful. Then serve—everybody can be great because everybody can serve. If you really want to be great then become a servant leader and your service will speak volumes.

What’s next for you?

To continue to add value, and to educate ignorance (the lack of knowing) to our young Black Men that they can overcome even when the odds are stacked against them ,they still can WIN! , and I will do my part to help change young Black Men lives around the world as we build the MOD SQUAD (Men Of Destiny).

How can readers connect with you?

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