I’m reading a book by Debbie Allen called “Confessions of Shameless Self-Promoters.” Debbie is no relation of mine, but she is a good friend of mine and a professional speaker. One quote in her book really stood out to me. Here it is:

“You are one of a kind, therefore, no one can really predict to what heights you might soar. Even you will not know until you spread your wings.” (Gil Atkinson, page 111.)

That immediately reminded me of John Adams, who was sent by Congress to assist Benjamin Franklin in obtaining the support of France. They were making such slow progress, that Adams became very frustrated. So he decided to go to Amsterdam and see if he could do any better.

There is was able to meet several Dutch bankers and with his persistence, talk them into a loan for the new United States, who at this time was embroiled in a war and desperately needed money. He did it. All alone. He really soared. This loan saved the Revolution.

Read more about it in my book “Founding Fathers—Uncommon Heroes.” Spread your own wings!