Category Archives: Character

Living An Inspired Life – Part 2

Posted on September 16, 2013 by montyrainey

“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Last week I talked about defining ‘what’ you want to accomplish with your life and how to pare … Continue reading →

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Living an Inspired Life – Part 1

Posted on September 10, 2013 by montyrainey

“What really matters is that you do what lights you up, brings you joy, and that you are passionate about.” ~ Marilyn Lamoreaux A few months ago, I wrote a blog that I titled, “Why Motivate When You Can Inspire?.” … Continue reading →

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Accountability is Your Responsibility

Posted on February 19, 2013 by montyrainey

“Responsibility equals accountability equals ownership, and a sense of ownership is the most powerful weapon a team or organization can have.” ~ Pat Summit ~ former Women’s Basketball Coach, University of Tennessee Accountability is probably the most desired trait that … Continue reading →

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A Lesson From Dr. King

Posted on January 20, 2013 by montyrainey

Our world is filled with people who have moments of greatness in their lives, but when it gets right down to it, there are very few truly great people in the world. Plato, Gandhi and Mother Teresa come to mind, … Continue reading →

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There’s No Excuse for Making Excuses

Posted on October 8, 2012 by montyrainey

“It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one.” ~ George Washington If you watched the Presidential Debate last week (and have any semblance of honesty with yourself) you know Mitt Romney was the clear winner. Certainly Barack … Continue reading →

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Integrity

Posted on July 2, 2012 by montyrainey

“Have the courage to say no. Have the courage to face the truth. Do the right thing because it is right. These are the magic keys to living your life with integrity. ” ~ W. Clement Stone No one ever … Continue reading →

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Facing Challenges and Adversity

Posted on May 13, 2012 by montyrainey

“Opposition is a natural part of life. Just as we develop our physical muscles through overcoming opposition – such as lifting weights – we develop our character muscles by overcoming challenges and adversity.” ~ Stephen R. Covey Last Tuesday morning, … Continue reading →

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I miss you, Dad

Posted on February 19, 2012 by montyrainey

Dear Dad, It’s been two years since God called you home and I miss you and think of you every day. There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t thank God for giving me you as my father. … Continue reading →

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Choose Wisely

Posted on February 13, 2012 by montyrainey

“Every person has free choice. Free to obey or disobey the natural laws. Your choices determine the consequences. No person ever did, or ever will, escape the consequences of their choices.” ~ Alfred A. Montapert   One of the great … Continue reading →

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Book Review: THE LITTLE RED BOOK OF WISDOM

Posted on January 28, 2012 by montyrainey

This is a revised edition of an earlier 2007 printing of THE LITTLE RED BOOK OF WISDOM, by Mark DeMoss. I would have to classify this book as “Christ-centered guidance for your business and professional life.” There’s not really a … Continue reading →

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