Shedeur Sanders waited 143 picks before being drafted. No outbursts. No complaints. Just patience.

Greatness isn't forged in the green room—it's forged in the gaps.

What's your "Round 4½" right now? Remember: waiting well is a leadership superpower.

#WaitingWell #Leadership

Jesse reflects on the Shannon Sharpe situation, examining how unchecked decisions can derail successful careers. He warns listeners about how "EXCESS" gives "ACCESS" to detrimental influences, emphasizing that private choices draft public headlines.

He outlines three critical leadership safeguards every leader should implement:

1️⃣ AUDIT ACCESS daily 2️⃣ PRE-COMMIT PRINCIPLES before temptation strikes 3️⃣ INSTALL GUARDIANS who'll tell hard truths

Jesse reminds us that giants don't fall overnight—they crumble when small compromises go unchecked. In his words, "The only thing stronger than temptation is preparation."

#LeadershipIntegrity #GuardYourLegacy

"Have you ever NOT been picked?" my "community nephew" asked while watching TV.

His question took me back to my high school basketball tryouts, reminding me how rejection can redefine our worth. Whether passed over for jobs or left out of opportunities—these moments challenge our value.

The truth: Human rejection can never override divine purpose.

When disappointment hits, separate your identity from outcomes. Let closed doors invite you to discover unexplored paths. Sometimes rejection is simply redirection toward unseen growth.

Turn every "no" into a launching pad for deeper faith and bolder action.

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