Tag: Rusty Potter

By Rusty Potter There’s an old saying that still holds a powerful truth for students today: “A short pencil is better than a sharp mind.” At first, it sounds strange. Isn’t having a sharp mind the goal? Of course it…

By Rusty Potter Boiling water will harden an egg, but the same boiling water will soften a potato. Same heat. Same pressure. Different results. Life works the same way. We all face seasons when the temperature rises – financial pressure,…

By Rusty Potter Be consistent. I am not the rabbit. I am the turtle. I show up every day. This is how I win.In a world that celebrates speed, flash, and overnight success, consistency often doesn’t receive the spotlight it…

By Rusty Potter 2026 is speaking to us. It doesn’t shout. It doesn’t make demands. It simply arrives, opens the door, and says, “Here is another chance.” This year is more than a number on the calendar. It is another…

By Rusty Potter In a world that moves at a fast pace, we often feel pressured to act quickly, speak quickly, and decide quickly. But speed without direction is dangerous. One of the powerful principles for success in life, leadership,and…

By Rusty Potter As we step into 2026, the temptation is to treat the new year like every other – make a few resolutions, start strong, and hope for the best. But hope without intention rarely produces transformation. This year…

By Rusty Potter When we say the words Merry Christmas, we often say them quickly, almost automatically.  We post them on cards, in text messages, and on social media posts.  But this Christmas season, I invite us to slow down…