Last night when I went to bed, I decided to start reading Crush It by Gary Vay-ner-chuk. Not being able to put a book down is rare for me, since I prefer reading in segments, to absorb the authors message. I left the last 3 chapters to savor reading tonight. Much like chocolate! I have to tell you, and do trust me on this – you MUST READ this book. I want everyone to read it. Why? Because it can change your life, change the way you think, the way you do business, it can change your future. How much of it you are willing to apply, will determine your success. It has been some time since I have been this motivated, about business success, in such a powerful way. There was actually a physical/mental shift happening inside of me, as I read Crush It. I follow some of Gary V’s adventures from time to time, as I love his style, the ease with which he educates, shares and cares.
Check out Wine Library TV for a true Vay-ner-chuck experience. You can find Gary’s Fan Page -Facebook, on Twitter (Gary Vee.) I am Twitter friends with Gary, I appreciate that he responds when I send him a message. Now this is one busy guy, but he cares about people, and responds to them. Bottom line – it’s about being YOU, following YOUR PASSION, then sharing, caring, encouraging and inspiring others to follow their passion. I can’t think of a better way to pay it forward. Can you?
Enjoy your Coffee, your Pillow Talk, and Cheers to Living In Courage – Debra Oakland

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Hey Debra,
Great to see you doing more videos!
You’re so right on about this book and Gary Vaynerchuk. What great energy and inspiration. And like on Wine Library TV, he doesn’t blow any smoke. He calls a spade a spade!
Thanks for the recommendation.
Gwen
I went out and bought the book “Crush It” after you recommended it. Very insprational and good read. Thanks for the tip!
Elke
Hi Debra~ Your site is a great idea- courage is one of my favorite virtues. What inspired you to focus on it as your theme? Looking forward to hearing more of what you have to say!
Carla
Elke, good to hear it…this book is a great way to move forward. Success in any endeavor takes time and commitment. Gary practices what he teaches.
Hi Carla,
Thank you for you comment. For the reason I focus on courage, visit http://www.livingincourageonline.com and read the first paragraph. That will give you an idea about my journey of courage and why living in courage is important to me. Good to meet you.
Debra