In this engaging conversation, Cynthia A Bond Hopson and Rick Meekins reflect on the life lessons learned over the years, emphasizing the importance of integrity, persistence, and being present. They discuss practical advice on financial responsibility, the value of common sense, and the significance of asking questions. The conversation also touches on health awareness and the impact of kindness on children, providing listeners with a comprehensive guide to personal growth and self-improvement.

In this episode:

• Be present, prepared, and persistent in all endeavors.
• Integrity and honor are essential in all aspects of life.
• Pay attention to the little details; they matter.
• Common sense is a valuable asset that should be utilized.
• Think carefully before making decisions; consider the consequences.
• Financial responsibility is crucial; don't spend money before you have it.
• Asking questions is important; don't assume you know everything.
• Pain can be a signal; take care of your health.
• Prioritize what truly matters in your life and time.
• Impacting the lives of children is a lasting legacy

Be Inspired and if you’d like to officially get to know the host of 3 Stores, 2 Cotton Gins, 1 Remarkable Life, listen and learn more from Dr. Cynthia herself!

Rick Meekins shares his journey from being in the military to working in the restaurant business and eventually starting his own restaurant. He then transitioned into consulting and founded Aepiphanni, a consulting company that helps people sustain their businesses.

One of the key lessons he learned is the importance of staying in your lane and focusing on what you do best. Rick Meekins shares his lessons learned in business and life, including the importance of trusting in God and being resilient in the face of challenges. He emphasizes the need for business owners to adapt and embrace new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, in order to stay relevant.

Rick's ultimate goal is to create a million jobs and provide resources and support for growing businesses. He is also working on a book and his online magazine called Aepiphanni 'BizOps Insider' helps business owners navigate the complexities of running a successful company.

In this episode:

• One of the key lessons he learned is the importance of staying in your lane and focusing on what you do best.
• Aepiphanni operates with the goal of doing business in a way that honors God and makes the world a better place. Trust in God and lean on Him during challenging times
• Adapt and embrace new technologies to stay relevant in business
• Create a million jobs and support growing businesses

Be inspired by his story and learn more about W. Rick Meekins in this 37th episode of 3 Stores, 2 Cotton Gins, and 1 Remarkable Life: The Journey from There to Here!

This week on 'Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life,' we're joined by Haywood County Tennessee District 8 Commissioner Jeffery Richmond.

Hailing from the iconic 'Tina Turner's hometown,' Commissioner Richmond shares his personal and inspiring journey into politics and government service, and his future goals.

In this episode Commissioner Richmond talks about: 

●     Roots and family: Richmond shares insights into his roots, the impact of his father's death on his life, and his sister’s activism.

●     Entry into politics: He discusses the driving force behind his decision, namely to do more for his community.

●     Role as Commissioner: He talks about past successes, contributions, and vision for the community's betterment, and maybe ultimately running for mayor.

●     Personal motivations: Richmond is honest about his determination, and his positivity in life, and he always believed he could be elected to public office and make a difference. 

●     Role model: He also talks about the importance of good role models, and how to be one.