FOCUS: Opportunities!

Richard | February 25, 2010

Selected Life Lesson
Everything happens for a reason.
-Anonymous life lesson from Olathe, Kansas
Richard’s Thoughts…
I’m sure we’ve all heard this lesson, but what does it really mean? How can you incorporate it into your life? Well, for me, today marks a very special anniversary. On this day in 2003, seven years ago, I lost my campaign for [...]

Team of Rivals

Richard | December 14, 2009

Since this book came out in 2005, I immediately put it on my book list. Not only is author Doris Kearns Goodwin a world-renowned historian, but  I knew this work would give me a new look into someone I believe to be the best and most important president the United States have ever had. It [...]

Help Your Fellow Man

Richard | November 11, 2009

I have often written here about philanthropy and giving back. One way I have asked you to give back is through my “One Stream” mission.
Kiva is a fantastic non-profit organization you should consider joining. The program allows you to loan (at minimum) $25 to a entrepreneur anywhere in the world. The terms of the loan [...]

Do It Because It’s Hard

Richard | August 14, 2009

Last month the United States and the world celebrated the 40th Anniversary of the American landing on the Moon. It was exciting once again to read about the journey to our moon, the struggles, the victories and everything that came from that mission and the missions to come.
For some of you, it is a moment [...]