"Karate here (points to heart), not here (points to head)" - Mr. Miyagi in the Karate Kid movie

A simple, but true statement that our well loved 80's martial arts instructor, Mr. Miyagi, has spoken. Karate is not just movements of punching and kicking - there's "passion" behind each movement!

Recently, I have been going through the motions of my business. I had a structured schedule of writing blogs at this time, have a meeting with this person another time, and do something with someone else another time. I was going through the motions and forgetting about all the "passion" I had in starting my business.

Did you know what returned my passion? Talking with someone who was passionate about his business! He reminded my that working starts here "pointing to heart", not here "pointing to head". Of course you need both, but it always starts with passion!

I'm so glad I met with my friend. He helped me remind why I started this business in the first place. Does anyone have a "Mr. Miyagi" like friend that points you back to your passions?

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Permalink Reply by Nate Schubick on July 2, 2012 at 7:50pm

I am working on a miyagi type guitar instruction book. I had an old neighbor who even looked and acted like miyagi. Renew your passion, great place to start. Thanks for the insightful post

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Permalink Reply by Elmer Querubin on July 2, 2012 at 8:19pm

Thanks for adding to the discussion, Nate. I hope you guitar instruction book goes well. How long have you been playing?

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Permalink Reply by Nate Schubick on July 2, 2012 at 8:41pm

Since i was little. Hows the academy going?

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Permalink Reply by Elmer Querubin on July 24, 2012 at 4:55pm

Hi Nate,

The academy is going great! I am getting really close to graduation. It has been a very busy 5 weeks. I'm so excited about what the future holds for me. Thanks for asking, Nate!