Passion

John Foltz spoke at the June SEVRAR Affiliate meeting and I was there.  For years I’ve heard people speak of Mr. Folz however this was my first opportunity to actually hear and meet him.   

In my opinion, he is a professional and a person of high personal integrity.

John’s message was simple:

·        What are you passionate about?

·         Why are you here?

·         How will you be remembered?

He talked about a Jim Collins’ theme “tap into your passion”.

 As Affiliates we’re in the homeownership business, just like Realtors.  Mr. Foltz said, and I agree, it is a proud industry to be associated with.  Homeownership in America is generally the largest financial investment most families make.  Families trust the professionals in this industry with their money and the future of their family. 

Home is where families live; raise children and leave legacies.  John was passionate about this fact. We really need to understand the trust families have in all of us. 

Then a few days later in my “quiet time” habit, I read about another passionate man, King Hezekiah, 2 Chronicles 32: 1-23. 

Here’s the short story:

Jerusalem was in trouble, they knew it.  The Assyrians were invading and wiping out everything that stood in their way, nothing remained.  The king was SMART (yes I used the acronym).  He fortified the city, built a second wall, armed the people, and even dug a 6’ high tunnel approximately 1/3 of a mile long to bring fresh water into Jerusalem.  He communicated, “be strong and courageous”.  Judah won, the Assyrians left defeated and Jerusalem survived the day.

Hezekiah’s story took me back to John Folz’s message:

What really matters?  Am I energetic?   Do I live out my passion?

John said much to his wife’s dismay; he writes his passion on the bathroom mirror. He sees it every morning.  He lives it out; it is obvious when you meet him.

I personally thanked John for his time, and he presented me with an opportunity.  Read: “Go-Givers” authored by Bob Burg.  I understand it is a story all about Joe, a salesman striving for success. Joe is ambitious, however lately it seems like nothing works.  So he seeks a mentor.  The book is now on my short list!

John Foltz and King Hezekiah could be passionate about themselves; however neither was or is.