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This is amazing, James Goodrich! We shared here: substack.com/@bige47/no…
Here's some related information from an American Thought Leaders interview with Mike Rowe, who advocates trade education and work ethic: substack.com/@bige47/no…
We won't quote the entire note here, but definitely wanted include the S.W.E.A.T. Pledge, which every mik…
This is amazing, James Goodrich! We shared here: https://substack.com/@bige47/note/c-102701897
Here's some related information from an American Thought Leaders interview with Mike Rowe, who advocates trade education and work ethic: https://substack.com/@bige47/note/c-102482335
We won't quote the entire note here, but definitely wanted include the S.W.E.A.T. Pledge, which every mikeroweWORKS Foundation scholarship applicant must take:
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THE S.W.E.A.T. PLEDGE
(Skill & Work Ethic Aren't Taboo)
1. I believe that I have won the greatest lottery of all time. I am alive. I walk the Earth. I live in America. Above all things, I am grateful.
2. I believe that I am entitled to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Nothing more. I also understand that "happiness" and the "pursuit of happiness" are not the same thing.
3. I believe there is no such thing as a "bad job." I believe that all jobs are opportunities, and it's up to me to make the best of them.
4. I do not "follow my passion." I bring it with me. I believe that any job can be done with passion and enthusiasm.
5. I deplore debt, and do all I can to avoid it. I would rather live in a tent and eat beans than borrow money to pay for a lifestyle I can't afford.
6. I believe that my safety is my responsibility. I understand that being in "compliance" does not necessarily mean I'm out of danger.
7. I believe the best way to distinguish myself at work is to show up early, stay late, and cheerfully volunteer for every crappy task there is.
8. I believe the most annoying sounds in the world are whining and complaining. I will never make them. If I am unhappy in my work, I will either find a new job or find a way to be happy.
9. I believe that my education is my responsibility and absolutely critical to my success. I am resolved to learn as much as I can from whatever source is available to me. I will never stop learning and understand that library cards are free.
10. I believe that I am a product of my choices - not my circumstances. I will never blame anyone for my shortcomings or the challenges I face. And I will never accept the credit for something I didn't do.
11. I understand the world is not fair, and I'm OK with that. I do not resent the success of others.
12. I believe that all people are created equal. I also believe that all people make choices. Some choose to be lazy. Some choose to sleep in. I choose to work my butt off.
On my honor, I herby affirm the above statements to be an accurate summation of my personal worldview. I promise to live by them.
This should be the Boy Scouts of America Pledge. . . if they still exist.
Mike Rowe is a Mensch of the first order.
EDIT: After checking I see there IS no such thing as the BOY Scouts! The entity has been changed to "SCOUTING"; all coed now. What has the world come to?
Thank You Big E for posting this pledge. I had an opportunity today to help a couple build a closet in a house they had raised their 2 children in. The husband just had spine surgery through his neck, and the wife is an OR nurse, friends with my wife since childhood. She recently had shoulder surgery. They have had some hard times being out of work and are now looking at selling their house. I worked until 7 o’clock and feel great. I thanked them when I was leaving, I told them letting me help them helps me, and I truly mean that.
this is great thank for sharing!!! #7 is also the best way to stay relevant and/or get promoted.
That was my cup of coffee for the morning!