Saturday, April 3, 2010

JUST DO IT.................

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“Just do it.” Three simple, yet very powerful words!!!

Nike made this phrase famous, but it’s more than just a marketing line. All you need is to “Just do it” and you will reach a BIG tipping point in which you will go from saying and planning; to doing and proving.

“Just doing it” shouldn’t be exact, and it should come to you out of the blue. You don`t need to plan when.

Here's a quick, yet inspiring story!

My good friend and mentor, Harvey Emas, is 87 years old. When Harvey was 65 and thinking about retiring, (Ya right Harvey!!) he told his dear wife Minnie that he was thinking of taking up Acting as his new career. Of course Minnie responded as any supportive spouse would do. "Are you crazy?"  LOL.
Well......Harvey was not crazy, but determined indeed. Harvey decided to "Just do it".

Would you have the courage and determination to "Just do it" at age 65?

He took Acting lessons and auditioned for many parts and landed several roles, including serving as Host for a TV Talk Show on a local cable network, a few commercials, along with photography modeling and fashion modeling.  Over the years, Harvey evolved to become a Stand-up comedian and is very funny, with laser quick timing on his punch lines. What is even better, is that Harvey truly loves being a Stand-up Comedian.

A few weeks ago Harvey took me for lunch and we enjoyed some great dialogue, as we always do.
Harvey told me something really profound, yet awesome. He said, “you know Mike, I have enjoyed a great life and have no regrets, because I was able to do all the things that I wanted to do.” Wow, was that a message from a wise, yet very funny Stand-up Comedian!!

I not only really like Harvey, but this man inspires me, each and every day.

When you are not certain about your next step and hesitate what to do, just think of Harvey`s advice. He would tell you to “Just do it.”

Thanks for the inspiration and friendship Harvey!!

CLICK HERE for Harvey`s LinkedIn profile

He is open to booking at least two Stand-up Comedy gigs per month.....! 
Harvey's waiting for your call...



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1 comment:

Chad Griffiths said...

Great article Mike!

I'm looking forward to Tiger Just Doing It this weekend!