From around seven years old until I was about 10 or 11, my wonderful Aunt Dorothy (famous for Jell-O) began a series of delightful life improvement plans just for me. A special part of her program was exposing me to experiences she believed would truly change my life.
One of my most cherished memories is us sitting on her sunny porch, listening to Earl Nightingale’s inspiring motivational records. I never quite understood why my Aunt Dorothy chose me for this educational journey, but I’ll never forget the powerful messages. She’d sit beside me and gently say, “Now, Billy, pay close attention to this message; it’s really important. I want you to remember it.”
I always took my Aunt Dorothy’s advice to heart; here I am, nearly 75 years later, hearing her kind voice and encouragement. Listening to Earl Nightingale was only one stop on her improvement plan for me. Even now, Aunt Dorothy, you are a powerful force in my life.
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I’m a dreamer at heart, proudly born and raised in San Francisco—a city that covers just 49 square miles but was heaven on earth for me. Every corner of The City (as we natives affectionately call it) has been a part of my life. No area ever felt too distant. With wide eyes and an open heart, I’ve always welcomed the world around me. I find joy in creativity, wonder, and discovering new possibilities—whether that’s through international work adventures or dreaming up the next exciting idea. Even though San Francisco was my hometown, my passport has taken me to many amazing places and introduced me to wonderful people, shaping me in countless ways. I carry pieces of these experiences and friendships with me wherever I go. Above all, I treasure my family, friends, and those small, meaningful moments that keep my spirit alive and thriving. I never want my curiosity to fade away.
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