From Chad

Skills can be taught, but attitude must be brought. Pal’s Sudden Service, a successful burger chain out of Tennessee, prioritizes hiring for attitude, and provides extensive training for skills. The key takeaway is that attitude is the biggest life decision and can be changed instantly, while skills take time to develop.

Matt Starke, a Navy SEAL diagnosed with brain cancer, lived 24 years behind his initial prognosis. His family, particularly his son Gharet, carried him everywhere once he was incapacitated, demonstrating that love is not just an emotion but an action. The strength of one’s love is the capacity to carry another, not just words or feelings.

Krystal Niu exemplifies the idea that winners lose more because they show up more. Despite numerous falls and injuries, she consistently returns to her act, inspiring audiences with her resilience. Embrace failure as part of the journey and get back up after every setback.

Leonardo da Vinci‘s curiosity, not just his talent, drove his groundbreaking work. Curiosity, a trait shared by da Vinci, Einstein, Herb Kelleher, and all the greats, is a powerful tool that can lead to success and fulfillment. Embrace curiosity, as it can take you farther than talent alone.

Truitt Cathy, founder of Chick-fil-A, prioritized getting better over getting bigger, leading to the companies success. Focus on improving your work, and bigger opportunities will follow.