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People often underestimate the power of connection. If you’re early in your career, find someone who believes in you and is willing to push you to be your best. If you’re later in your career, seek out those whom you can mentor and lead. The results may not always be as amazing as Travis and Deion, but the connections will be what you remember and appreciate throughout your career. #skobuffs #leadership

This is an incredible story of faith, connection, and the power of leadership. Travis Hunter’s journey shows us that when you find the right mentor, someone who sees your potential and challenges you to rise, it can change the trajectory of your life. What stands out here is alignment. Travis didn’t chase short-term rewards—he pursued a deeper connection to a vision, a leader, and a team that shared his values and believed in his greatness. That’s the lesson for all of us: 1. Find people who push you – Surround yourself with people who push you to grow, who see what you can become, even when others can’t. 2. Commit to the Journey – Success isn’t instant. It’s built through trust, perseverance, and staying the course—even when the odds are against you. 3. Lead with Vision – Coach Prime’s belief in Travis wasn’t just about talent; it was about a vision for what was possible. Leaders who inspire that belief in others create legacies. This story isn’t just about football—it’s about life. It’s a reminder that when you’re willing to bet on yourself and align with leaders and teammates who share your vision, you’re capable of rewriting the narrative, no matter where you start. Success isn’t just about skill; it’s about connection, belief, and commitment. That’s how greatness is born. - John

The Power of Authentic Mentorship: Stop Chasing the Elusive Carrot and Start Building Genuine Connections.

Leadership is about vision, connection, and belief. Coach Prime saw something in Travis Hunter Jr. that others overlooked, and Travis trusted that vision. By following Coach Prime, Travis prioritized relationships and mentorship over immediate rewards—a bold move that speaks to the power of purposeful leadership. This is a testament to what can happen when leaders inspire belief and individuals commit to a shared journey. It reminds us that true leadership isn’t just about guiding others; it’s about creating environments where trust, growth, and achievement thrive. Congratulations to Travis and Coach Prime for showing us what’s possible when leadership, connection, and perseverance come together.

An incredible story with a powerful, often overlooked angle. Travis Hunter Jr.’s journey didn’t start with a Heisman Trophy moment or the bright lights, it started with belief. A kid with a football in the street or the backyard. A kid catching just one more game-winning touchdown by himself before it was time to go inside for the night. First, his own belief. Belief in himself. Belief in a future that looked nothing like his present. A vision that defied expectations. A path where he didn’t chase the bigger-name school, the brighter lights, or the conventional way. Instead, he bet on himself and the person he could become. Then came Prime’s belief. Deion Sanders didn’t just see Travis’ potential, he amplified it. He believed in the vision Travis had for himself and pushed it even further. That belief wasn’t just encouragement, it was action. A commitment to the journey they shared. This story isn’t just about Travis and Coach Prime, it’s about all of us. It’s a reminder that belief starts with you. The people who will walk with you, guide you, and challenge you, they’ll show up when you commit to your vision. But it starts with your belief. So, what are you betting on? Are you chasing what’s safe, what’s expected? Or are you chasing the life that feels impossible but worth it? Belief and trust, backed by action, that’s where transformation happens, where the odds are defied, and where the extraordinary becomes real.

The words that stand out most are “he chased connection” and regarding belief in himself “…,they did”. These two statements define the importance and impact great leadership on development and performance. Coach “Prime” Sanders could have focused on his highly talented sons as most would have done - but instead demonstrated a level of integrity and commitment to excellence that allowed them, Travis, and the team to thrive. A leader that focuses on his team’s development and doing things the right way starting with having quality team members is exactly what we all need. Leaders like this should be celebrated and learned from. What can we learn from this? If you don’t have this level of respect and support from your leadership then you need to make a change. You can never learn or grow from a leader that lacks integrity. You need to seek out a place that you have a champion and then do all you can to excel through hard work and dedication.

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Do you want to live a big, bold life? If you want this kind of life you need audacious goals. The kind of goals that Kelly Conway describes as “kind of embarrassing to say out loud.” I found Kelly’s comment so instructive. Articulating audacious goals has oddly become some act met with stigma or shame. As if being irrationally ambitious is threatening, delusional, or self-centered. Better to fit in, think small, settle, and live just an ordinary life. Taken to the extreme, this is a sad commentary on what it means to be an American. I thought what it means to be an American is to aspire. To believe in possibility. To dream. A place like Western Michigan University is a place where changing this attitude can produce outsized returns for our country. Let’s be honest, this is Western, a regional school. It’s not Michigan. It’s not Notre Dame. It’s not Harvard. Regional universities often suffer from self-doubt, an inferiority complex, and a feeling of being “a back up school.” Perspectives like this breed a culture where audacious goals face headwinds. The upside is regional universities are settings with outsized opportunity to unleash potential in American society. What inspires me today about my work at WMU is creating spaces where expressions and acts of professional ambition are seen as virtuous. Become a CEO? Go to Wall Street from Western Michigan University? Jump out of plane? Let’s get after it and make it happen. I have discovered that central to creating these spaces is courage. By their nature, audacious goals have high risk of failure. Whether it’s talking about them, or actually pursing them, audacious goals require a toughness, a willingness to be vulnerable, and a quasi religious leap of faith. In Leadership and Business Strategy at WMU Haworth I am learning so much about creating a culture that empowers courage and makes it infectious. Core to this culture of courage is wellness, authentic and meaningful relationships, public displays of courage, public appreciation of couage, and role modeling. It has been amazing to watch Megan Hause as President of LBS continue to nurture this part of our program. Jumping out of a plane has long been discussed in LBS but had never been seen. This semesters group made it a reality. Shoutout to Edward Montgomery for his support and belief in our program. We have even bigger things to come. Get After It!

No matter where you are in life, you have the power to make a bold change! Don't settle for good when you can achieve better, and don't stop at better when you can reach your best. Complacency can hold you back from unlocking your true potential. It's time to break free from your comfort zone and make a move that will: ✨ Ignite your passion ✨ Fuel your purpose ✨ Inspire others The world needs you to take the leap and make a difference. Remember, your bold move can make others feel seen, heard, and comfortable. So, what's holding you back? Take the first step today and start moving towards your best life! #BoldMove #ComfortZone #MakeADifference