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Blunt Commentary: For most “white” folks, inequity, inequality, and injustice are a Black person problem. We insist… “THEY ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PROBLEM. “ BUT… We must ask ourselves… who had/has the power to create and uphold such a system? WE DID THIS. We have a “white” person problem in the United States, as we have chosen to stand by a system that is meant to reward “white” folks & Black/brown folks at different rates. We are generally ok with this. THIS…IS A PROBLEM WITH “WHITE” PEOPLE IN THE AGGREGATE. THE PROBLEM: We are racist. This is why I say we have a “white” person problem in the United States.

I talked about the legacy of Henry Kissinger today on Jay Talking with Bradley Jay. You can watch the broadcast below!

If you enjoyed the financial lessons I shared from the Color Purple movie, then check out my latest video as part of the Money and Movies series for financial insights from the inspiring film ‘King Richard,’ starring Will Smith. #MoneyandMovies #financialinsights

Let’s talk about partnership!

Watch this video. Who really made this play happen? This video came to me recently of a great play that happened 40 years ago in 1984. Two of my Gator teammates made this play that broke the game wide open in our favor. However,  the average fan was oblivious of all that took place among those five offensive linemen in front of the quarterback which made the play possible. I was down in middle of that mass of humanity 40 years ago (Number #60 offensive guard)  The offensive line must block and protect so that an offensive play can be executed. A game is usually won down in the trenches in a violent interaction between the offensive and defensive fronts. The offensive lineman doesn’t have any stats and fans are not cheering for them individually as you see in this video clip. The only recognition is from his coaches, teammates and some media who understands the lineman’s role. His job is to make other players look good without the spotlight! It’s a selfless mindset that the fraternity of offensive linemen take pride in helping others get the accolades on the team. How would this same mindset affect your business, organization, department, church, or in a home? Someone has said, “The credit is immaterial as long as the cause is advanced.” So my question is, have you stop and thanked the “offensive linemen types” that are in your life? Who are the people that work behind-the-scenes and go unnoticed? Take a moment of time and express your gratitude to them. Most likely they are not looking for any recognition or praise but just doing their job well is satisfaction enough.  A sincere “Thank you” from you will go a long way. It still doesn’t cost anything to be nice!

In the theater of success, focus commands the spotlight.

There is a way out. Know your history and develop three characteristics for great leadership and citizenship. https://lnkd.in/eGjPC-eS

On this episode of #ABrighterSummerDay, Edward Dow Bartling, CLU, MBA, FLMI, ACS, AIAA, WPDC, Chief Operating Officer of #FinancialMarketsInc discusses metaphorical rip tides and more from the Jersey Shore.

On this episode of #ABrighterSummerDay, Edward Dow Bartling, CLU, MBA, FLMI, ACS, AIAA, WPDC, Chief Operating Officer of #FinancialMarketsInc discusses metaphorical rip tides and more from the Jersey Shore.

On this episode of #ABrighterSummerDay, Edward Dow Bartling, CLU, MBA, FLMI, ACS, AIAA, WPDC, Chief Operating Officer of #FinancialMarketsInc discusses metaphorical rip tides and more from the Jersey Shore.