Kids can be some of the best teachers. My son, Jackson, has been no exception to that rule…despite the fact that he has a learning disability. He’s already taught me more in under 3 years on this planet, than any other person alive. So I wanted to share 5 of these lessons and how you can apply them to your business. LESSON #1. If Plan “A” Doesn’t Work, Don’t Worry. There are 25 … [Read more...]
3 Business Lessons Learned from a Little Boy With Down Syndrome
February 1, 2012 by 22 Comments
Kids can be some of the best teachers. My son, Jackson, has been no exception to that rule...despite the fact that he has a learning disability. He's taught me more in less than 2 years, than any other person alive. I wanted to share a few of the lessons he taught me about running a business (I'll share more of these lessons from time to time). 1. If Plan "A" Doesn't Work, Don't Worry. … [Read more...]
Shocking Speech That Got a Standing Ovation
November 9, 2011 by 14 Comments
Though I usually publish posts on SEO, Google, and internet marketing in general, I decided to feature an essay by Soeren Palumbo. Soeren is a senior honors student and big brother to Olivia, who has an intellectual disability. During a speech several years ago, Soeren gave the following speech to a gymnasium full of his high school peers and faculty at Fremd High School, Palatine, IL, and … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Pure Emotion
October 17, 2011 by 12 Comments
I wish I had this gift...more than just about anything else in the world. The takeaway in this video is how the man uses so much PURE EMOTION to communicate. Use this in your marketing as much as possible. Once I learned to bare my soul with Jackson's story, it changed my relationship with all of my customers. I didn't have to be the "SEO Guru" or jet-setting Internet Marketing guy with a … [Read more...]
How a Little Boy with Down Syndrome Changed My Business Forever
August 28, 2011 by 12 Comments
I made a decision on Thursday evening that will affect how I interact with you for the foreseeable future. I get all the promo emails you get from all the other marketers too. Always the next best thing that will "help" you achieve success..and every single one I have ever sent to you, I stand behind. All are good products. That's not the issue. My problem is that everyone is always … [Read more...]
The Ben Comen Story
March 18, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Ben Comen is a cross country runner who has run on the TL Hanna High School cross country team for five years, completing his senior season in 2004. Ben has cerebral palsy that affects his balance, so he has to work a little harder than his teammates. He typically finishes last in his races. This is an AWESOME video. You will probably need a tissue though. Very, very inspiring...and will make … [Read more...]
Happy Holidays!
December 20, 2010 by 24 Comments
All of you have been so supportive of Jackson, I wanted to share a few pics of his first Christmas (so far). He loved sitting with Santa (not one tear) and likes wrapping paper better than anything in any present. I'll have to get a video of that to share...its a riot. Anyway, enjoy and have a blessed holiday season! PS. Jackson is now sitting up on his own and starting to crawl … [Read more...]
Remember Your Childhood Dreams This Holiday Season
December 6, 2010 by 1 Comment
I want to take a break from my usual internet marketing post, and share something I learned on a trip to Australia this week (was down there speaking at a event for small business owners). On the flight over, I read the book "The Last Lecture" by Randy Pauch. I had seen the video a few years back when it became one of the most watched YouTube videos ever, but never read the book. Anyway, I … [Read more...]
2010 Jackson Jamboree
October 8, 2010 by 5 Comments
Last Saturday, my family put on a fundraiser for the 2010 Buddy Walk, which benefits the Down Syndrome Association of Houston. We named it the "Jackson Jamboree" in honor of my son. So far we have raised a little over $10,000 for the Buddy Walk this year. Thought I'd share a video of the event. If you feel like contributing to the Down Syndrome Association of Houston in Jackson's … [Read more...]
“Mr. Horn, your son has Down syndrome…”
September 20, 2010 by 3 Comments
Those were the words the doctor in the NICU told me when my son was 4 days old. My son, Jackson, is now 4 mths old and is the coolest kid on the planet. Thankfully doesn't have any of the physical problem that are common with babies that have Down syndrome (many require open heart surgeries and have to be fed through a tube). Anyway, there is an annual event called the "Buddy Walk", which … [Read more...]
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