• The Future... the Time... is Now - by Scott V. Black, CEO
• Vote For Your Favorite... Which New Logo Do You Like?
• Create a Dream Bigger Than Yourself - Dennis L. Huff, President
• Are You Part of the 3%?
• Making a Difference - by Jennifer Leak, Team 415

The Future... the Time... is Now

By Scott V. Black

Welcome To the First day of the rest of your life! April 1, 2008 is a new beginning in our lives. Today marks the first day of business for Empower U International. For those that are Leaders Under Construction and have been receiving our newsletters, the Renaissance has begun. The future is NOW... We commit to learn from the past, do the thing in the NOW, that create a better Future... NOW!

The new website is constantly being updated. Please give us your feedback on the new logo, the website, and the changes. We want your input; we need your Heart, Body and Soul to make this world a better place, one person at a time. We also have brand new phone numbers. Tracy Riggs can be reached in Fernley, at (775) 835-8000. The number for Mr. Black and the Corporate office in Texas is (817) 478-1858.

I am excited about our futures. The best years of our lives are right in front of us. I look forward to taking this journey together...

To leave an imprint of the “Empowering Spirit” across this world. To help build families, companies, countries and this world through the process of continual improvement. To stir a desire... a hope for Wanting it. Creating it. Living it.

Because, when we live our lives like they matter... they do!!!

Which New Logo Do You Like?

Your Vote Counts!

As part of the Empower U Renaissance, we're updating our logo. We've had great input from all our team members and are narrowing down the choices.

But we won't decide before we hear from you! Below are the two current finalists for the Empower U International logo. To vote for your favorite, just click on it. A new email window will come up already filled in with your vote. By sending the email your voice will be heard!

Here are the logos:

Logo #1:

Logo#2:

We'll be tabulating the results and you'll be among the first to know. Thanks for your input!

Create a Dream Bigger Than Yourself

Dennis L. Huff, President

Leadership is taking focused action with a positive attitude. Leadership is focusing on action and “doing the right things.” Perhaps Napoleon Hill should have written, “Think, ACT and Grow Rich.”

Let’s take action today to create a better tomorrow. Let’s cherish the journey and anticipate the destination. What is your destination? Is it peace of mind, money, time freedom, travel, adventure, to be in great shape, to be a better person, to be happy and successful? I believe the measure of success we achieve in our lifetime, whether personal, financial or otherwise; will be governed more by our attitude than any other factor. There is no physical, intellectual or spiritual limitation that we cannot overcome with the right attitude.

It is the passion that manifests itself in mental and physical actions to do what is necessary to get the job done. It’s what keeps us going long after others have decided it’s not worth the effort. It is persistence to follow your plan when everyone else is telling you that “you are making a mistake,” or that “it will not work.” Accept the challenge and take action because leaders are not content with just being as good as the next person.

Leadership is making a few more calls or doing a couple more presentations when everyone else has gone home to watch American Idol or other reality television. Leadership is making the decision to attend a continuing education course or developing your inner creative potential by going to another EmpowerU Course when your friends are out playing golf or the ladies went shopping.

Truly, the responsibility of leadership is to demonstrate that the true measure of our success is the contribution we have made into the lives of others. So have fun, take action and work hard. You are making a difference in the world.

Take a look at the people around you. How many people do you know right now that would like to maximize their ability to prosper in all aspects of life? How many people do you know that are swimming in debt, a few paychecks away from bankruptcy and stuck without the resources to adequately provide for their families?

Right now, within your circle of friends and associates, there are several people praying and believing for an answer to their personal, business, family or financial challenges. Leadership is letting them know that you have an answer to their prayers. Leadership is creating a dream bigger than yourself and becoming the person God destined you to be.

Leadership is your heart speaking to the hearts of others. By setting others free, you will be free. Leadership is the capacity to care for others and in caring…to liberate their dreams, energy and capacity. So give, live and love with passion. Nominate or sponsor a new potential EmpowerU graduate today!

Remember, live life like it matters… because it does!

Respectfully,

Dennis L. Huff
President, Empower U, Inc.

P.S. When was the last time you listened to the inspirational song “The Dash of Your Life?”

Are You Part of the 3%?

The people you surround yourself with have a lot to do with your success. In fact some people believe that you will never rise above the quality of the people you hang out with. In other words, you are only as good as the people you associate with. I want to associate with like-minded people, people who are committed to being the “best of the best.” People that are committed to being better every day… better parents, bosses, co-workers, spouses… better human beings.

On Wednesday May 7th, we will kick off our first ever “3% club” in Sacramento, California. Since—UP UNTIL NOW—Sacramento represents the largest percentage of our graduate base, we are going to plant the first club there. Empower U will help get the club started and be actively involved for the first few meetings, then the graduates will take over and run it themselves.

The meeting will start at 6:57 pm at the Clarion Hotel Cal Expo and we will bring it to a close by 8:58 pm. It will be an honor to connect, stay connected with other graduates.

This monthly “re-charge” allows our graduates the opportunity to connect with other like-minded graduates of Empower U. It will be a social, re-energizing, Empower U centered monthly opportunity to help LIVE what you committed to in Leadership Awakening. There will be a fun process, mingling with other members of the EU Leadership Team, and a chance to make a difference in the community as an organization of committed leaders. Watch future newsletters for more information on other times and locations.

Making a Difference

by Jennifer Leak, Team 415

I chose to involve others when I went to donate blood at United Blood Services here in Reno. Because of the weather (snow, fog, ice) and the time of year (winter), the supply was even lower than it normally is at this time of year. I sent out an email to my co-workers, my teammates and my friends, asking them to take the time to donate on Wednesday January 19, 2005. In the past, I have not told anyone that I was going. In the end, I got 6 people to donate blood with me. It helped UBS and taught others that giving blood is not hard or painful.

Other things that I have been up to since graduation have included reaching out to people who just need someone to talk to. One person at work was having a particularly bad week. After attending a graduation I decided to take action. Instead of thinking that this particular person was being a bitch, I reached out, sent her a card and talked with her and told her what no one else in the office would (gently, of course) and let her know how it affected all of us. She took the help and has been back on track.

I was also reading the other boards and saw a member from 413 who needed help. This woman is a complete stranger to me. I posted on the board and then she emailed me. We emailed back and forth and I sent her a card as well. I believe I helped her pick herself up, dust herself off and hit the walls again. I now have a new friend in Dallas because I chose to relight her candle.

So the questions are:

a) What was it like? How did it make you feel?

It was great. Reaching out and just doing anything to make peoples days just a little brighter and show them that there is someone who does care. Introducing people to giving blood was great. I don't know how I did not think of it before. We have committed to going every eight weeks this year - together. Even when I am feeling blue, I do something nice for someone because it makes me feel better.

b) What impact did it make on those you served?

I was able to raise the pints of blood in the blood bank by six pints, instead of just one. This will help our area hospitals to help people who cannot give blood -those that are sick and need transfusions, those that are in accidents, those that are in need. It is a good feeling knowing that I inspire others to do.

c) What benefit did you gain from giving of yourself?

I realized that I actually do benefit from giving of myself. I also realized that if I reach out to someone - in Reno, in Sacramento, in Dallas - that I impact their lives. I also realized that if I am feeling down or blue - reaching out makes me feel good. It is rewarding and something I plan on continuing. I realized that it is exhausting. I realized that I will have good days and bad days - but that is life. No flat line here. Peaks and valleys - which I will embrace. Thank you, Empower U.