What inspires you?

What inspires you? -

There are times when you are caught in your tracks and you need to slow down to take a second look at something. Such is the case with Matt Woodrum, a 11 year old from Worthington, Ohio who attempts the impossible on a daily basis. When asked to participate in its schools operating day, he decided to volunteer for the longest race, the 440 yard dash. Not necessarily surprising for a child of 11 years, except Matt has cerebral palsy that limits his ability to walk, let alone run. In an interview with ESPN Matt said: "It's really fun for me to go as fast as I can. I'm not really a fan of going slowly. "This is the thing champions! The thing that separates the ordinary from the extraordinary. As I watched the video, I am afraid. I am caught in my tracks. I was inspired. Matt is not only a champion in his own right, but the love and support of her family, her friends at school, and in this case an elementary school teacher Phys Ed believes in him. this is also inspiring.

what inspires you? Is the work you do? Is this the time you spend with your family and friends? as I watched Matt Woodrum run around that way I have done some thinking and I asked that question. I felt blessed that my inspiration comes from a variety of places. in fact, every day I get up and have the opportunity to work with some of the most inspiring people of the world. I have over 2,000 partners who inspire me in the field as part of the Citrix service provider program. I have a dozen people I work with who are tenacious about their work and "have their backs to each other." I'm inspired by a manager / coach who believes in what we do. We started this thing in July 09 on a wing and a prayer and many believed he would not be much. Now it is a thriving and growing faster than anyone expected ... all because of the people and partners that make it happen. It's inspiring too!

There is an old adage that says. "When the going gets tough, the tough get going" It happens that I work and partner with people "difficult" Not so difficult in the sense of. bravado, but in character. Thank you to the thousands of participants in this race that led to so much success in such a short period of time.

the next time you need some inspiration, just look around. you might be surprised by people right outside your door working, partner and coach you. I know I am.

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