When do you seek the advice of an elder?

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Jim & Bill“One of the things I enjoy about being young is learning from my elders without them giving direct advise.”

~ Unarine Ramaru

 

Advise  (ad-viz) verb 

1. To offer advice to. 2. To recommend or suggest.

 

 

Knowing when to seek advice from others  has been one of the keys to my continual personal and business growth. It was a challenge in my young adulthood and as a first-time entrepreneur to ask for advice.

I look back on the mistakes I’ve made and the lessons learned from them. As an adult male, husband and mentor, I’ve learned when to seek the advice of others.

Isn’t it a great idea to seek the advice of those in your ‘village of supporters’?

My dog ‘Nick’ and Life Experience

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Nick Resting

Nick knows the importance of resting

Can humans learn from our pets?

I’ve started a new time management system that has helped me tremendously. More productivity, efficiency, and most important, learning to rest.

 As entrepreneurs we have a tendency of exhausting ourselves without knowing it.

Learning to manage my time helps me with stayed connected with my spouse.  I call it being ’emotionally present.’

When I spend time with my dog Nick I notice he always knows when its time to play, walk with dad, and eat.  When it comes to resting, nothing interferes with his valuable resting time in his lazy boy chair next to me in the evenings.

Time management has heightened my awareness of the simple things in life!

What simple things do observe in your pets that teach you some life values?

Wouldn’t you agree that “Nick Knows” that the basics matter most in life? 

 

Isn’t it good to know that women inspire human development part II ?

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Ashley, Bill & JalisaAs an adult male mentor for Osiris Organization we’ve mentored hundreds of young boys.  I immensely enjoy doing whatever I can to assist boys to positive manhood.

There is something unique about mentoring young women. I can see the greatness in them.

They are appreciative of the small things you do for them.  Awarding them their scholarships and hearing them speak of their appreciation was inspiring.

 

“Mr. Roddy, we can’t tell you how much we appreciate your scholarship support.  We enjoyed being a part of your program and will always cherish our experience being a part of it.”

~ Youth Scholarship Recipients

These two young women are successful right now, today. And I believe they will go on to accomplish much in life.

Wouldn’t you agree? Do we realize the importance of inspiring young women to go after their dreams?

 

Isn’t it good to know that women inspire human development Part I ?

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Men honoring the dedication women demonstrate as mentors.

Bill & Neda-Project Diva

“Mr. Roddy, we definitely want to use Manhood From the Hood and its workbook again for our upcoming literacy session.  Our girls need to see men like you who walk the talk and are an example to our young ladies.” ~ Neda Kellogg-Washington http://www.projectdivas.com/

“Mr. Roddy, thanks for reaching out to support us. I’ve just accepted this new position as Executive Director of Beyond Walls Squash. We have a literacy program and would love to use Manhood From the Hood and its workbook as relevant reading material for our youth.  Would you be available to meet with them after they read your book?”  ~ Jazmin Danielson http://beyondwallssquash.org/

Bill Roddy & Jazmin Danielson

 

 

 

 

“Hey Mr. Roddy, I’ve read Manhood From the Hood. I think it would be a great fit for our young boys basketball team.  I know they will love reading Manhood From the Hood as I did.  We’ll love to add it to our life skills program. Will you be able to meet with them after they read it?” ~ Crystal Flint //www.facebook.com/mnelitebasketball

Crystal Flint-Basketball Innovation Group & Bill

 

 

Being a mentor for many years I’ve always been inspired by the dedication of the women. They are great mothers, spouses, coaches, mentors, counselors and great friends to many!

Wouldn’t you rather see a sermon in motion rather than hearing one?  Watch a loving woman in Action!