Ellen DeGeneres wanted to know Stan Tucker’s story about how he provides books for kids who can’t afford them - and he does so out of his own pocket! So, she featured himon her show.Stan the Man (as he is affectionately called) stands for kindness. As a teacher, he sawthe need for getting books to the underserved kids in his community. It all starts withearning a book through acts of kindness. This gave particular meaning to a homelesschild who so appreciated the book he received—he took his precious ‘gem’ with himeverywhere he went.That’s only part of this amazing story of one’s man’s passion for kids’ literacy. Stanencourages kids to write their own books - and get them published!Listen to this inspiring story starting on Monday, 12:30PM Central.TPOV’S:- DON’T RUSH THE PROCESS. IT TAKES TIME TO GET TO WHERE YOUWANT TO BE.- SOW AS MANY SEEDS AS YOU CAN!- THE HARDEST WALK IS WALKING ALONE. BUT IT’S ALSO THE WALKTHAT MAKES YOU THE STRONGEST.- YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT AN ENCOUNTER MIGHT BRING- KINDNESS IS A CURRENCY- CREATE STUFF FROM YOUR REAL-LIFE EXPERIENCESTo receive Valerie's Voice free monthly Leadership Tips and to learn more about herleadership programs and coaching, Visit her website: https://valerieandcompany.com/Listen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us: https://bit.ly/2E483HxSubscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2SHDDmoSubscribe on Google Podcast: https://bit.ly/2I8i6znLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriesokolosky/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValerieAndCompany/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_valeriesokolosky_/#veryairylibraryBuilding cultures through authentic leadershipYour presence –– your communication — your brand#stantucker #leapforliteracy #actsofkindness #childrensshow #inspireouryouth#shareyourstory #freebooksforkids #youngrauthors #DoingitRight #podcast#ValerieSokolosky #ValerieandCompany
Welcome to 'Doing it Right: The Stories that Make Us', hosted by author and national news contributor Valerie Sokolosky.
On the show, you'll hear fascinating stories from successful leaders who have lived life "doing it right", the journey to becoming a leader, and personal experiences that formed their character, drive, impact, and influence.
Their stories of authenticity will inspire you!