Cornerstone Class Closing Speech

Closing Speech

“So let me bring this all together.

I told you I would share my story, from cutting weeds and delivering papers at nine years old, to working my way through high school and college, to selling welders and computers, to finally starting and selling my own companies. I shared how I took the money I made and reinvested it into real estate and the stock market, creating passive income and building long-term wealth. And today, I continue to write books, tell stories, and stay active because success is not just about money; it is about health, family, and legacy.

The lessons are simple, but they are powerful:

Start early. Don’t wait for the perfect time.
Outwork everyone. Success belongs to the ones willing to do what others will not.
Believe in yourself. If you don’t, no one else will.
Learn to sell, because life is about communicating, persuading, and building relationships.
Take risks. Bet on yourself.
Own instead of just working. Wealth comes from ownership.
Invest wisely. Make your money work for you.
Stay healthy, because wealth means nothing without health.
And finally, leave a legacy. Build something that outlasts you.

If you remember nothing else from what I said today, remember this: you have far more potential than you realize. The choices you make today, your work ethic, your attitude, and your discipline will determine the kind of freedom you have tomorrow.

I started with nothing but a lawnmower and a paper route. If I can build a life of success and freedom, so can you.

Thank you, and I wish every one of you success in building not just a career, but a life you are proud of.”