In This Episode: Brian and Jocelyn discuss the lessons they learned from their Fathers during their formative years and how they still use their words of wisdom today.

Quotes from Carl Ring as told by Jocelyn:

  • My father taught me the value of humility; that we are never above any task or person.
  • A promise is a promise – my father instilled in us the importance of keeping our word.
  • My father believed in fair play and expected it from others, emphasizing integrity in all interactions.
  • His support was unwavering; he made sure we could pursue our passions, no matter what.
  • He would say, ‘I’ll always be your dad, but someday we’ll be pals.’
  • He believed in seeing the world and understanding different perspectives, which he encouraged through travel and education.

Quotes from Gene Moran as told by Brian:

  • My dad always said, ‘Don’t complain, don’t explain,’ which taught me to handle situations with resilience and accountability.
  • One of his favorite lines was, ‘A gentleman’s enemies never know who they are.’
  • He would say, ‘Hear both sides before rendering a decision.’ Be fair and open-minded.
  • “He’d encourage us as kids by saying, ‘Regale me with your accomplishments.’
  • My father believed in leading by example; he was a man of integrity, hard work, and dedication.

Resources:

Brian on LinkedIn

Jocelyn on LinkedIn

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Jocelyn on Twitter

Brian on Twitter

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