Hello from Africa!
Hi friends,
I wrote this last night, but I didn’t have a chance to post it to my blog until this afternoon. Please enjoy it and join me tonight on a special call on overcoming whatever is holding you back from greatness. Register now.
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It’s 3 a.m. in Lagos, Nigeria and I wanted to share with you interesting stuff while I am in Nigeria giving lectures and consulting business owners.
The people here are starving for knowledge and have incredible opportunity here right now. 15 million in Lagos, 140 million in the country. In 99% of the land they lack the very basics we take for granted. Things like clean water, sewage (only 1% have proper sewage abilities) and shelter. I am in a 5 star hotel and just down the streets are shacks, like you see in movies and tv shows asking for money. The rich are very rich, the poor “dirt poor”.
However, people here want an end to corruption and have true chance of success — and are prepared to work for it. The business owners I had dinner with were constantly on their cell phones, some had two going at the same time! It’s great to see the sincere hunger and willingness to learn and grow that they are displaying. They asked me 100 questions like a rapid fire machine gun. The want knowledge, direction and leadership so they can carve for themselves a piece of their of the “American dream”.
On Friday I will be speaking for 50,000 people. Last night they brought in a tailor to the hotel to take my measurements so I can speak in their native garb! He came to the hotel at 9 p.m., and was instructed by my host to have my custom-made outfit by the next day no matter what. He obliged, took my measurements and smiled with joy as he left with an order that he would have to work on ALL night. THAT is a willingness to do whatever it takes! This will be a first and a way for me to connect with these individuals and their culture. After all, my father is from North Africa, Morocco.
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Ok, I’m gonna try and get some rest as its 3:51 a.m. right now. More to come! In the meantime, be very grateful for what we take for granted. All my best.
John
Congratulations; I feel you are very happy, because you are giving to the world things that their need.
Our paths will emerge soon according to the discipline of my life’s choice. May you always live in the spirit of truth, happiness and humility.
It was a time to reflect on wot one has been doing in biz that is not right
hi john, thanks for coming when others are scared to..also thank you for reawakening in me things i knew and never put in practice..platform was a wake- up call for me..and i am now more determined not to rest on my oars…thank you again and hope you would come back and visit Nigeria soon
Sure! true to expectations, John was great at the event in Lagos, Nigeria. I was standing all through his period because he was releasing “revelational insight” into our lives. We are grateful as Nigerians for you coming and somehow, a great revival is starting in Nigeria already. Les Brown came around in April and now you and other greats. I promise you for one that the words ain’t falling to the ground and sure the results will soonest be evident for all the world. So how is Paris? Keep up the great work.
It was great to have you in Nigeria the past few days. You gave a compelling message. I am committed to MORE in every way. Kudos!
Hi John, I believe that is one idea in your vision board.I want to thank you for your wisdom which is awesome.
Hi John, Glad to hear you made it safe. I can only imagine how inspired the people of Nigeria are feeling. You are such a blessing and have a special gift! All the best to you and the people of Nigeria!
hello john, it was nice listening to you during your seesion, you sparked up something in me, sincerely i did not want to come for the programme cos i was very depressed, but i am glad i came. I hope you enjoyed your stay in Nigeria
I got chills reading this! I don’t know what else to say, John! I’ve been to S.Africa just 4 years ago and know what you are talking about in regards to the disparity between rich and poor. Anyway, god bless you!
P.S. I’ve enjoyed your Having It All program!
Hi John, wish u everyday great achievements
Hi, John. I’m a new reader. What were these Nigerian business people doing to help the poor in their country? Was that something addressed as well? Do you see them having a desire to bring others out of poverty and show them a better life?
Many thanks to you John for the great speech (on The Platform). You really touched my life and got me motivated.
Hi John, I am so glad you are over there teaching them ways to really help themselves so they can help their own. John, I have a friend who has written a inspirational book on cd and has been trying to get speaking engagements in Africa(not sure what part) but if you have any advice i could give him I would appreciate it. Thank You & Many Blessings to you!
Hi John, welcome to Africa. I am from Kenya and a great follower of your teachings. I believe you will come to my country one day.
Good to hear you made it to nigeria safely. Great to know that in just this little while U’ve seen what life in nigeria is like.
Could not make it to lagos for the event (i’m in Abuja)due to a very busy schedule.
Like my brother joseph said the issue in Nigerria is an existing disconnect between knowlege & its application. thanks for coming. Enjoy you stay in Nigeria.
i am pleased to hear you are in Nigeria teaching on the knowlege we all have but dont know how to utilise it.
Thx for all your comments.As I go around the world inspring people I give thanks for all we have to be grateful for. All my best
sorry i missed it i got the time wrong ozz time?
Hiya John, Thanks for the blog. How exciting to know that 50k people are waiting to hear you speak. I know you will make an impact on those who listen to your words. Be safe and have fun on your journey.
Thanks you so much for the deep insights you shared today at the seminar, my business will definitely take a new turn and also thanks for the gift “Having It All”; can’t wait to sink my teeth into it.
Remain blessed and strong in the great work.
What fun you must be having as you “get to” do this amazing work helping so many.
Thanks for all you do John. – ST
John,
You are and amazing speaker and I know that you are going to blow their minds with what you have to say. I know that the world better watch out when the people of Nigeria apply the knowledge. They are hungry for the freedom that your message provides.
Hi John, my name is Linda! I´m Italian and I´m living in Brasil, in a beautiful island called Morro de São Paulo. I´d like to meet you some day…a big hug!
Thanks for the heads up John. what a great opportunity you have to make a difference. I’m in awe at your chance to effect change in that country.
I look forward to our next session . Zeke and his crew are moving like a storm!
Regards.
nigel.
Such a simple statement “whatever it takes” The people of Nigeria have this willingness that many people in other parts of the world do not have because that burning desire for better results and a willingness to do whatever it takes is not there. Success comes from people that truly have this burning desire within them, no matter what their circumstances. When desire is stronger than circumstance, nothing will get in the way!
Debbie:)
Thanks for a great seminar today John. Tomorrow will be awesome.
Always pleasure to learn every word from you coachy..: )
ELAD
JERUSALEM
ISRAEL
John, Many blessings to you and the people of Nigeria. Share as much as you can with us. I look forward to learning from you all of the time.
Warmest regards,
Judy
See you at “The Platform” John, really looking forward to that.
John, I am pleased to hear that you are in Africa sharing your wisdom with these people. Your amazing ability to inspire people to “take action” is what will come of your speach. I love the words “WHAT EVER IT TAKES” that you always share with your students and readers.
As I learned in your incredible Having It All Challenge…. “If you are interested in something, you’ll do what is convenient, but if you are committed, you’ll do What Ever It Takes!”
All the best John!
Warm regards,
Trevor (In Canada)
John, I know you are on an incredible mission and that it will all go perfectly. Your ability to delivery actionable information is unmatched. You will rock Nigeria and the rest of Africa! We’re with you too! –David Boufford aka; Mr. Positive! PS Your help will be of more assistance to the country than any aid package we could offer because I know you’ll teach them how to really help themselves. God Bless!
Enjoy your visit there! (I’m jealous!) I certainly do feel gratitude for the things I have. Many times we are so caught up in resolving our little problems that we just don’t know what others do without on a daily basis. Kudos to you for wanting to help them.
Wow John. All the best in Nigeria ! Very good that you are there to inspire the Nigerians the way you do so very well. Great, great, great !!
The kindest regards Eric
John, I read this and say thank you! You make such a difference in my life just by sharing.
I have an amazing story to share with you. Your book “the answer” has coached 2 young girls from starting a dream and 6 mo. later being published in Vogue Australia. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and your spirit!
I am looking forward to the conference call tonite.
Thanks again.
Hi John:
Happy to hear you made it safe and have had time to mingle with the locals..my fiance has been in the area for over a year working on rebuilding the area..
it would have been great for the two of you to meet..I texted him you were in the area..
Enjoy your talk tonite with the 50k enthusiastic people who are ready to absorb what you have to offer them. Thank you for the opportunities and enlightenment you have given to everyone. You are truly a blessing!
Glad you arrived safely! Thanks for sharing…you are an inspiration to all of us!