Celebrating 10 Years of Inspiration

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Celebrating 10 Years of Inspiration
By Gail Davis | Monday, April 20, 2009

May 1989. It was a pivotal month in my life. I took the leap and started Gail Davis & Associates.

There were so many other things swirling in my life: I had two young boys and everything that comes with that ... I'd had a 20-year career at, what was at the time, one of the biggest corporations in the world ... and I had this inescapable feeling in the pit of my stomach that if I didn't step out on my own I'd miss out on living my passion. It was truly a "trust your gut" moment.

And so, rather than rehashing all the memories from the past ten years (we have a timeline on the home page that gives you a taste of those big moments), I want to share my gratitude.

I am thankful for Nando. When you took a phone call from an event planner back in 1988 and agreed to tell your story at her event, did you ever imagine we'd be where we are today? Your story continues to be my inspiration.

I am thankful for our incredible clients. That they trust us, and most of all, are loyal, supportive and encouraging. I have learned more from each of you than you know!

I am thankful to my boys. For believing in me, and now, for allowing me to believe in you. Watching both of you over these past few years step out on your own is a true joy.

I am thankful for our team. As much as I try to express my "thank you’s"
on a daily basis, I would not be here without each of you. What each of your bring to the table is immeasurable.

I am exceedingly thankful that one decade later I never once regretted the decision to follow my passion, to trust my instincts, to listen to my heart. I guess that's one of the keys to life - just follow your passion and the profit will come.

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