Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug gets candid in this personal lesson about the power of courage and tenacity, and how these two essential elements can help you manifest your dreams.  About Doug Smith: Doug Smith is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He blogs at dougsmithlive.com, he is the host of the L3 Leadership podcast, and he is a sought-after public speaker. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Laura, who currently works as an Account Executive at Ivalua. Together, they love family, personal growth, travel, working out, and serving others. 3 Key Takeaways: 1. He talks about the wisdom of Zig Ziglar and John Maxwell, acknowledging that it's alright to start out bad, and that small beginnings should never be despised. 2. Doug shares his story and how he maneuvered through the hurdles that came our way. 3.  We also explore the power of decision-making, and the critical role it plays in dream realization Quotes From the Episode: “Do it afraid.” “Growth=Happiness” “You’re most equipped to reach the person you used to be.” Resources Mentioned: Necessary Endings by Henry Cloud Connect with Doug: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Linkedin | Instagram Register for our L3 One Day 2024 Leadership Conference at L3OneDay.com!