I'm known for doing things in Excess. My mind set is in the state of surpassing or going beyond limits. I strive for a measure beyond sufficiency and necessity. I am determined to exceed what is usual or unusual and beyond limitations. I'm not afraid of greatness; some are born great, some achieve greatness, and others have greatness thrust upon them. I learned to keep going, even in bad times. I learned that there are no free lunches, and I learned the value of hard work. Perhaps the most important word on the way to success was the word "ask." Ask for what you want... Ask for help, ask for input, ask for advice and ideas - but don't be afraid to ask. You will be surprised to see how many people are willing to help you become successful if you show hunger and desire. Success didn't come easy. I failed a lot. But a wise man said to me. J.B.: When you are down on your back, if you can look up, you can get up. The best motivating is self-motivating. The guy says, I wish someone would come by and motivate me. What if they never show up? When you are fueled by self-motivation, knowing what you want, and wanting it badly enough, you'll find a way to get it.