“ Be so busy loving your life and your loved ones so that you have no time for the naysayers, doubters, haters, or regrets. You will be joined on this mission by other AAOC's some known to you and some… Donavan Nelson Butler
“ Some might argue that a diamond is the earths hardest carbon based substance. However, I'd challenge that with the resolve, resilience, and tenacity of a committed carbon based Noncommissioned Officer… Donavan Nelson Butler
“ Leading by example through "Servant Leadership" used to be a badge of honor that distinguished you from the Corps of the Blue Falcon. Present day I see the ranks of the Blue Falcon surging in a flagle… Donavan Nelson Butler
“ As long as you're actively trying to achieve your goals your successes are rewards and your short comings are lessons learned Donavan Nelson Butler
“ Foolish is the leader whom in the midst of organizational chaos believes since no one is approaching them with issues or concerns then everything must be doing fine. When your Soldiers cease communica… Donavan Nelson Butler
“ Excuses are most valuable to the person making them but to everyone else its foreign currency with little value or not accepted at all. You are not good with me until your integrity check clears. Donavan Nelson Butler
“ Self Care is the secret ingredient to Soldier care in a recipe that yields many servings of effective leadership. Donavan Nelson Butler
“ Its been my experience during my military career that a leader displaying a THIRST for power will ultimately have a APPETITE for destruction to go along with it. Donavan Nelson Butler
“ You can't fake a great steak nor can you convince a raging bull to give you a easy eight second ride. Donavan Nelson Butler
“ A leader is skating up hill on a slippery slope when Servant Leadership is not part of a leaders philosophy. Donavan Nelson Butler
“ If a leader works hard to break the spirit of their Soldier they'll soon meet the most focused Soldier of a career. Donavan Nelson Butler
“ Learning to accept help from others is not a sign of weakness it's a badge of courage reflecting mutual trust between the giver and the receiver. Donavan Nelson Butler
“ No two snowflakes are alike and neither are the Soldier's in your charge. Don't make the mistake of treating your Soldier's like tangible things instead of the valued human assets they are. Donavan Nelson Butler
“ If you have the bad MOJO of a situation or a person riding you down you must first remove that saddle. Donavan Nelson Butler
“ Life is the ultimate gift of experience and if you are not impressed by the blessing the Lord has given you every awaking day to make a difference, I say your stuck in the mud and you need to call AAA… Donavan Nelson Butler
“ It’s always amazing, when I think about this exact time every year. My goals seemed so lofty and far away. Today, I see that I am actually my own time machine with the ability to write my future throu… Donavan Nelson Butler
“ During my road trip of life I have encountered many potholes, areas under construction, delays caused by others on the same road, and 18 wheelers that seemed like they were only there to prevent me fr… Donavan Nelson Butler
“ Place your faith not in the frailness of "Man" but in the power and glory of the creator and observe what happens next...... Donavan Nelson Butler
“ Your most valuable treasures are the ones which cannot be bought or stolen because they live within your spirit. Donavan Nelson Butler
“ I am thankful for all blessings and lessons learned that have given me peace and solace which I try to share with great humility and humbleness. Donavan Nelson Butler
