Written by: Travis Kendrick McCray, Executive Contributor
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In this article, I will be explaining the qualities of what it means to become an Inspirational Leader from humble-beginnings. There are certain required goals which we should set because they most certainly can become resourceful when you are born and raised in a small rural area as such as Southwest Georgia. This is what I did in order to ensure that was granted a hope and prosperous future in becoming a leading trailblazer.
“Don’t gain the world and lose your soul; wisdom is better than silver or gold.” – Bob Marley
Surviving From Rags to Riches as an Inspirational Leader
Faith! Self-Control! Joy! These are a few intriguing words which will help inspire someone who is serious about accelerating from humble-beginnings. Over the years, time has truly modernized into something so life-changing these days. This has made several individuals transform their daily life existence. What our minds constantly focus on whether it is positive or negative becomes our navigational system on the path we ascend or descend into.
For instance, faith is the substance of things hoped for and promised in the “WORD of GOD” which becomes true, even though unseen. This means we must believe in something productive or fall for anything negative. Our character shows what is truly within our souls if we are blessed and highly favored with the “Inspirational Leadership” energy. It is so amazing to know all will become well once we consistently press forward to the mark of the ultimate prize. Here are the top 5 qualities of what it means to become an “Inspirational Leader” and the top 5 intriguing questions.
1. Love
In order to exemplify love, it takes genuine compassion for others. Love is truly an action word which requires devotion on a universal level. We live in a world which is lacking kindness due to overall negativity in today’s society.
For instance, I grew up experiencing hate which I transformed into love because hate is the total opposite of love and I began to simply love myself even more. It is like the late great legend Bob Marley quotes, “One love, one heart, one destiny.”
2. Determination
Life has its moments of disappointments, but it is highly important to never give up even though at times we feel as if we should “Throw in the Towel.” We must continue to encourage ourselves on a daily basis to constantly strive for excellence no matter what. It takes 100% self-control to always remain positive in order to become successful.
For example, I was determined to become an Inspirational Leader even though I did not have the proper support system as such as parents, family members, colleagues, and even unworthy so-called friends.
3. Longsuffering
We live in a microwave society which does not want to have patience. Additionally, there have been several individuals that have not reached their highest potential of gaining success. Longsuffering helps molds and shapes us for the long-term in order to endure any type of hardships.
For example, I grew up financially struggling due to my lack of support and financial opportunities; however, I gained a tremendous outlook on life in order to succeed once I received several miraculous opportunities as such as starting my own business called Days Cross Road Cooperative, LLC and became the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
4. Respect
Respect is truly valuable as an inspirational leader in the business industry. Over the years, we have witnessed the deep admiration of others with their unique bonds. The collaboration experience is mind-blowing due to the combination of high-end levels unitized on one accord in order to proceed forward with business.
For instance, I have made some incredible relationships over the years due to my high level of respect which I show everyone whether it is the janitor or the CEO of any particular business at hand.
5. Integrity
Throughout history, integrity has played an enormous role in the business industry. Some businesses have increased by expressing upright morals, but some businesses have decreased due to the lack of honesty. The importance of integrity helps the unification of supply and demand for all business structures.
For example, my mission statement guarantees that I will morally help elevate my client’s business affairs through constructive Business and Financial Management.
“You Don’t Have To Be Poor” ‒ Tom Leding
1. What is Inspiration?
Inspiration is when we live our lives with a GODLY purpose. For instance, I have had my share of downfalls, but overall I have accomplished several remarkable achievements. Life is basically what we make out of it. My experience has evolved gradually throughout my “Champion Moments” of accelerating upward because I am bound to inspire someone.
Over the years, I have broken several generational curses and made some historical moments as such as gaining a full scholarship back in late year of 2017 and I graduated in the fall of 2019 with Summa Cum Laude Honors plus double degrees in Business Management and Accounting along with Presidential Listee Honors.
2. How to remain Motivated?
Motivation is a known key to success. Even though sometimes we experience our outward being expressing “NO” always remember to constantly focus on our inner being which is genuinely expressing “YES INDEED” we are totally prosperous. Our legendary ancestors from before have made some stupendous landmarks which we should always keep within our daily motives. I have continually adapted to live my life being a consistent representative for my incredible legendary elders such as the late great Sonnie Wallace, Sr., Sidney Poitier, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Mildred H. Brown to just name a few.
Additionally, motivation has been initially a driven force which we use to accomplish several particular goals in order to succeed in our lives.
3. Why is it so important to stay away from negativity?
Negativity has truly played a major role in our lives at some point. The outcome can really subtract the positivity and most times we always expect the worst in any situation at hand. Throughout my lifetime, I have had several experiences of trauma stemmed from negative energy based on mediocrity. It certainly becomes “Crabs in a Bucket” mentally, spiritually, physically, and financially when you come from humble beginnings.
Overall, it is highly important to maintain positivity and elevation despite any type of negative moments because eventually, we will indeed become “Victorious” in due time.
4. What is Success?
For most people, success is making huge accomplishments. Success can be described as something regal whether it is big or small. We all have had some awe-inspiring moments in our lives which have elevated our outlook on the definition of success. Just waking up every day is indeed a remarkable way to view success.
For example, in the month of June of this year, I was nominated and by the “Grace of GOD” unexpectedly, I actually won The Marquis Who’s Who of America Publishing Company Certification.
5. How to live being set apart?
When we are set apart it means to transmute from the lowest levels and accelerate into the prime focus of “Victorious Living.” Society has several forms of levels which consist of leaders and followers. In this life, it is very challenging at times to stand out and dare to become different from anyone else. Life becomes like a process once we realize the letter “I” comes before “YOU” meaning others, once we learn the proper strategies of becoming an effective leader which takes total perseverance in loving ourselves then taking care of the well-being of others.
For instance, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. prepared himself daily by learning and preaching “The Word of GOD,” plus gained an education at Morehouse College, and then led the Civil Rights Movement by standing and speaking about justice, peace and unity for everyone worldwide.
In Conclusion
Nevertheless, once we apply these types of factors in our daily lives we will indeed become a “Victorious Inspirational Leader.” It is highly important to maintain these particular qualities due to prosperous long-term success. Every successful “Inspirational Leader” can give everyone advice who wholeheartedly seeks several combinations of wisdom, knowledge, and understanding in order to simply survive once we peak our brilliant lifestyles. My hopes are only to share my testimony in order to inspire someone to level up from “Rags to Riches” in such an amazing, humble manner.
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Travis Kendrick McCray, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine
Travis K. McCray is a genuine definition of an ambitious leader by exemplifying a compassionate heart person for others. He began his life in Southwest Georgia in a small rural community called Days Crossroads Community. In his early childhood, he totally realized that he was surrounded by poverty and the lack of opportunities which truly encouraged him to always strive for excellence. After the completion of high school, he attended Independence University to gain double degrees in Business Management and Accounting as a Summa Cum Laude Honor Graduate. Now he is the CEO of Days Cross Road Cooperative, LLC which provides services such as Business and Financial Consulting.
In the summer of 2022, he was nominated and won The Marquis Who’s Who of America Publishing Company Certification.
