I just heard Vin Sculley (retiring voice of The Dodgers after 67 years) give this advice to his successor, Joe Davis; “Be yourself.”
It took me a long time to learn this lesson. Years ago, I would emulate my boss to the point of practically mimicking him. When I realized that I could create my own style; humor, energy, solid content, and yes - boots on stage to support my military charity, Boot Campaign - I can tell you that people embrace authenticity over emulation. Embrace and release the inner you - that God-given YOU that no one else can ever be, and watch the gravitational pull.
#BootsOn!
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(photo credit: Lynn Reed)