John S. Gordon - Business and Personal Coach
"You have the greatness and the power. I just help you turn on the switch."
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MARVELOUS MONDAYS
January 18, 2010 - Issue 53
Goal Setting With a King
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MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY
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As we continue to look at goal setting, let us be encouraged by Martin Luther King, Jr. Today, we commemorate the legacy of a man who paved the way for equality. He stood boldly for civil rights and unity. He persevered during the fight for civil rights, never giving in or giving up.
In 1955, King accepted the leadership of the first black nonviolent demonstration in contemporary times in the United States. He organized and led a bus boycott that lasted 382 days, eventually leading to the Supreme Court declaring unconstitutional the laws that had allowed segregation on buses. During the boycott, King was arrested, his home bombed, and he was subjected to personal abuse. Yet he never resorted to violence and preached against it. He had a goal and he persevered in attaining it. He kept the vision of his dream alive and followed that dream, literally, as he marched toward it.
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EXERCISE
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This week, I invite you think about something very important to you, whether it be a charity, something personal, or related to your profession. Brainstorm one dream you have for that very important thing. Write it down and share it with someone significant. Make one small step toward that dream this week. I would be happy if you shared your thoughts with me.
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"Take the first step in faith.
You don't have to see the whole staircase, just
take the first step."
- Martin Luther King, Jr
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REVISED: JOHN'S BIO
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John Gordon is the owner of several businesses and a family law practice, which is the 3rd oldest (1881) Kansas City based law firm. He coaches business owners, executives, entrepreneurs and professionals. He also coaches persons in career transition or who are considering retirement. He is also a personal coach. John is an Eagle Scout and a tenor in a gospel choir. He and Frances have 4 children.
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John S. Gordon
Business and Personal Coach
N.E. Corner of 47th and Main
The Country Club Plaza
2 Cleaver II Blvd., Suite 445
Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 213-0125
john@gordonandgordonlaw.com
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