Greetings!
I'm sure that at one time or another, many (if not all) of us have had heard someone mention or refer to the "American Dream," a dream which might mean many different things to people. To some of you reading this newsletter, it might be having your own home, or getting the proper education that will provide for you and your loved ones in the years to come, or it might just be being your own boss in your very own business. For those who may be interested in the latter illustration, which is the dream being in business, let me address this part of the "American Dream": While this "American Dream" might not be for all, there is no greater feeling than the one that comes from owning your own business and you are the "boss." Of course, with the advantage of being the boss come the many headaches that come from dealing with budgets, insurance, employees, benefits, rent, et cetera. But, in spite of all of these headaches and longer hours, it is nice to know that you are the one in charge and the effort that you put in for your future does rest in your hands. There are so many talented Hispanics that I come across in my daily travels who have a gold mine within them that needs to be harvested. Great talents are going to waste! You all have a talent and maybe if you put that talent to work, it might just bring you richer rewards. For this you might need some help. So what do you do? You begin by putting your ideas on paper and consider what it is you want to do. Then, you get the necessary help through your local SCORE or SBA offices or other programs that are there to help you get started if you already haven't done so. There are many of you that have skills that could be converted into your own business. Whatever it is, just do it and don't spend your life wondering "what if I had!" Life is short, so make the most of it and enjoy your life doing what you would like to be doing. There is a dicho that states, "Es mas rico, el rico cuando empobrece; que el pobre cuando enriquece. In other words, "When the wealthy get poor, they are still wealthier than even the poor who get rich!" Take some time to think about it and don't be afraid of entering the world of business. I did and have never regretted it! It's been one great journey.
Gracias,
John A. Flores, MBA - Author
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Weekly "Dicho con Café"
"Mas vale paso que dure, que trote que canse."
The author's translation is that "Best a walk that lasts instead of a trot that tires."
What this dicho is trying to get across is that a person taking a slower pace in reaching or accomplishing something in their life will certainly improve their chances of success than by doing things in a hurry and making mistakes. There is an English saying that "Haste makes waste." Even though it is not exactly the version of the Spanish dicho, it does make the point that by being in a hurry, too often it will cost a person more time and money by re-doing what they've done and correcting the mistakes. If the task had been done carefully by taking the necessary time, those mistakes would have been averted with much less headaches. As another saying states, "Why is it that we always have the time to do it twice when we don't have the time to do it right the first time?" I talked earlier about a plan of action...this is a good time to apply it to the dicho mentioned above. Whether the plan of action is for furthering your education or increasing your income or whatever else is important to you, take the time and do it right the first time. I did and it worked for me! Let it work for you too! |
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More About John A. Flores
Earlier in another newsletter, it was mentioned that Mr. Flores had the opportunity to meet with the President of the United States in the White House Oval Office. This opportunity arose as a result of Mr. Flores being elected National Chairman of an organization at that time which was called the National Coalition of Hispanic Organizations and represented about 50 of the largest Hispanic groups in the nation including the G.I. Forum, League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), Puerto Rican Forum, Cuban Forum and many other Mexican, Cuban and Puerto Rican organizations. This position also gave Mr. Flores the opportunity to speak before the Senate Committee on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recommending the appointment of a Hispanic to the commission. Up until that point in time, there had not been a Hispanic appointed to the FCC. He was also featured on the front page of the Wall Street Journal for his community activities as well as received invitations to distinguished events and venues (including Cape Canaveral) as a result of his national position. It was an exciting time for Mr. Flores, which allowed him to meet with many dignitaries including having the opportunity to sit next to Senator Robert Kennedy at a luncheon that they both attended. Once again, his education allowed him to assume positions that eventually led to his being recognized within his community and the rest is history!
When he's not writing books, Mr. Flores makes presentations to local, regional and national groups, using dichos to motivate his audiences. You can contact him for speaking engagements at (559) 456-0128 or at his personal email at jaflores1246@comcast.net
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I hope that in the coming weeks and months you continue to enjoy this very rich part of our culture which not only has humor, but also provides sound advice as it has to many generation before you.
Gracias,
John A. Flores, MBA
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