Aligning with Greatness: How I Applied Dr. Kimbro’s Teachings to Achieve Success

Dream Big Dreams

•   Dr. Kimbro’s Teaching: Greatness begins with a dream. Successful people have a clear vision of what they want to achieve and refuse to limit themselves.
•   Actionable Step: Define your long-term vision and write it down. Think about where you want to be in 5, 10, or even 20 years. Make your goals as specific as possible.
•   My Experience: My dream was to be a force in publishing and entrepreneurship. I envisioned myself creating projects with the greats, and I kept that vision front and center. One of those dreams materialized when Dr. Kimbro personally asked me to produce his “Think & Grow Rich” project, a goal I never gave up on.

2. Embrace Lifelong Learning • Dr. Kimbro’s Teaching: Readers are leaders. Those who are committed to constantly learning and improving their minds have the edge in life.
   • Actionable Step: Read a book a month or commit to learning something new every day, whether through books, podcasts, or conversations with mentors. Allocate time for personal growth.
   • My Experience: I immersed myself in Dr. Kimbro’s books and others that shaped my mindset. Every day, I invest in learning—whether it’s through reading, courses, or conversations with those ahead of me. This commitment has opened doors I once thought were unattainable.
3. Refuse to be Average • Dr. Kimbro’s Teaching: The great refuse to be average. They don’t settle for the status quo and constantly push themselves to excel.
   • Actionable Step: Set standards for yourself higher than those of the people around you. Whether it’s work, fitness, or relationships, aim to be excellent in all you do.
   • My Experience: I refused to settle for mediocrity. I consistently pushed myself to create something unique, from my novels to my business endeavors. This drive allowed me to build a thriving career, ultimately leading me to collaborate with Dr. Kimbro himself.
4. Surround Yourself with Greatness • Dr. Kimbro’s Teaching: If you want to be great, surround yourself with great and successful people. Walk hand-in-hand with those who have already achieved what you seek.
   • Actionable Step: Find mentors, coaches, and peers who inspire you and hold you accountable. Build a network of individuals who are where you want to be.
   • My Experience: I actively sought out people who could guide and elevate me. My relationship with Dr. Kimbro began with his books, but I worked hard to place myself in circles where these connections were possible. Eventually, I became someone others could look up to.
5. Turn Setbacks into Strength • Dr. Kimbro’s Teaching: Strength grows out of struggle. Failures are not an end; they are lessons that make you stronger.
   • Actionable Step: When you face setbacks, ask yourself what you can learn from them. Use those lessons to fuel your next move. Never view failure as final.
   • My Experience: I’ve encountered many challenges, both in business and life. But I never let setbacks define me. Instead, I embraced them, using each failure as a stepping stone to success. Producing projects with Dr. Kimbro became part of my story, not despite the struggles, but because of them.
6. Commit to Personal Excellence • Dr. Kimbro’s Teaching: Those who achieve greatness are committed to personal excellence. They are never satisfied with average results and are always striving to improve.
   • Actionable Step: Develop a daily routine that prioritizes excellence. Whether it’s your work ethic, health, or relationships, aim to do everything with the highest standard in mind.
   • My Experience: I built my career with the mindset that excellence is non-negotiable. From the quality of my writing to the projects I took on, I aimed to over-deliver. That’s why I was able to take on a project like “Think & Grow Rich”—because I made excellence my standard.
7. Visualize Your Success • Dr. Kimbro’s Teaching: Everything happens twice—first in the mind, then in reality. Visualization is a powerful tool for manifesting your goals.
   • Actionable Step: Practice visualization daily. Spend time each morning or evening imagining your goals as if they’ve already happened. Feel the success before it comes.
   • My Experience: I’ve always visualized my success before it materialized. I saw myself in partnership with leaders like Dr. Kimbro long before it became a reality. I held onto that vision and took actionable steps daily to make it happen.
8. Take the Road Less Traveled • Dr. Kimbro’s Teaching: Success comes from being unique. You can’t achieve greatness by following the crowd. Take risks, be bold, and carve your own path.
   • Actionable Step: Evaluate where you’re conforming and take bold steps to break away. Choose the harder path if it aligns with your purpose.
   • My Experience: I’ve taken risks that others wouldn’t. From selling my books on the streets to taking on unique, daring projects, I’ve never followed the crowd. These bold moves are what set me apart and helped me stand out to people like Dr. Kimbro.
9. Dedicate Yourself to Helping Others • Dr. Kimbro’s Teaching: Success is not just about personal achievement; it’s about how many lives you impact along the way.
   • Actionable Step: Look for opportunities to lift others up, whether through mentorship, sharing knowledge, or providing opportunities.
   • My Experience: Producing “Think & Grow Rich” for Dr. Kimbro is about more than just my personal success. It’s about helping others tap into the same teachings that changed my life. By being part of this project, I’m contributing to a legacy that will inspire countless others.

By aligning Dr. Kimbro’s teachings with these actionable steps, both in my life and for anyone striving for greatness, I’ve been able to create a roadmap for success. You, too, can follow these principles to manifest the greatness you envision.