Change
Even with the most well thought out plans the unexpected can happen. That is why it is so important to always be flexible and willing to change if needed.
It’s never too late to change, follow our dreams, and become the person we want to be.
To be the person we dream of becoming sometimes we have to first be willing to stop being the person we used to be.
From time to time we have to make the choice to go in a different direction than we’re used to in order to explore new territory.
Most people will adjust to the environment around them if given the opportunity.
Life is a long journey and along the way we learn, grow, and at times have to change in order to become the person we are meant to be.
Sometimes the smallest change can make a very big difference.
Habits are created by small actions taken repeatedly over a period of time.
All significant changes require making a shift on the inside. Especially if we hope for it to be lasting.
Significant change will cause both nervousness and excitement. We can choose to allow it to overwhelm us or motivate us. It’s our choice.
About willieryder
Willie Ryder spent 10 years in the United States Marine Corps working in Communications and Information Technology in multiple different Leadership roles. He then went to work at Microsoft where he has been for almost 15 years now working in Engineer, Manager, and Leadership roles.
Willie is very passionate about his personal and professional development and also helping others grow. Especially our next generation. He was an active member in Toastmasters for 8 years where he worked on his Communications and Leadership skills and has mentored many others in these areas.
Willie has been a year round youth basketball coach at www.YesICanBasketball.com for 13 years where he has had the wonderful opportunity to work with and coach 100's of kids of all ages. The past 6 years he has regularly volunteered to speak about character traits and mentor kids at the nearby public elementary schools. Over the last 3 years he has been a volunteer mentor with the nonprofit organization www.RightMovesForYouth.org where he tries to make a positive impact on some of the local High School students.
Willie has been married to Jennifer for 24 years. They have 2 daughters, a son, and a Siberian Husky. In his free time he enjoys spending time with family, attending and serving at Elevation Church, Coaching youth basketball, Writing, Public Speaking, Reading, and Running.
Willie Ryder - A Dreamer on a Journey 