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This is an interesting, inspiring, and encouraging article I read this morning from one of the Cove's own. As I was reading it, something jiggled my memory of having read a similar story somewhere. Then, I noticed the author's name and thought I recognized it from the Cove. A quick search confirmed my hunch that this was indeed the same Howard Lee.

I found this article of particular interest because it demonstrates that while a formal education is invaluable, it does not necessarily guarantee instant success whilst one is in the pursuit of a job. In his article, Mr. Lee shares how his experience and determination in learning all he could in his particular field of interest paid off in his taking and passing the CQT and CQE exams.

I would like to encourage everyone to take a few minutes to read our fellow Cover's article and drop a note to him, if you feel so inclined. :agree1:

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I also read the article this morning. Howard you are to be congratulated in perservering and showing that " I can't do it" should not be in our vocabulary.

Very inspiriing story, thank you.:thanks: :thanks: :thanks:

Thanks for the post. Now it's coming back to me:

Anyone Else Taking the CQE Exam on Saturday 2 December 2006? (http://elsmar.com/Forums/showthread.php?t=19374)

Many times, it's so easy for us to put on our best face, use big words, throw degrees, pedigrees, company names, etc. all around. I'm probably world's worst. However, I seem to find myself having so much admiration for those willing to tell their story. Folks willing to say "I screwed up, and here is what I learned from it" have a stronger spirit, and a larger heart, and in the end, stronger basis for their decisions, than those who just say "do it this way!!"

The article was short, to the point, and drives a huge freight train home to a basic concept: Success is not easy. People who let obstacles get in the way of their goals....are letting obstacles get in the way. Move them.

Congratulations to Howard, and all of my fellow quality practitioners that keep the Spirit, that keep the torch lit, and never, never accept defeat. In the end, we will make this world a better place- one person, and one organization at a time.

Sounds like an interesting article. Too bad that it is only accessible to ASQ members and subscribers :(

Yeah, it's really a good article.

Hey yall, thanks for the congrats. I just didn't die and I didn't just settle for what I ended up with.

Gert, I've attached a PDF version of the file. Don't worry, I have permission to distribute it.

Thank you so much for sharing. It is an amazing story! It shows a personal insight, and an ability to share this, that I do not think that I will ever be able to reach. I bow in respect to what you have achieved, personally and professionally. :agree1: :agree1:

Brad may have also remembered Howard's story from the ASQ Discussion Board. He was encouraged to submit the story by one of the regular contributors. The published version is more detailed and personal than what he originally related. It truly is an inspirational story and I commend ASQ for recognizing and sharing it with all of the ASQ membership. Now that it is on the Cove, it can be shared to even more.

Way to go, Howard. :applause:

Bill Pflanz

Howard, yours is truly an inspiring story. I can attest to the challenges one can face after a brain injury. It is a long hard road, and you have my utmost respect for the strength of spirit you have shown. :applause:

Howard, your story should be tape recorded and played during the sleep of every person with a defeatist attitude.

I have had my own disappointments, but nothing like yours. You got it exactly right: rock is hard, but water is patient.

Water is also clever. It finds a way to trickle through very small spaces, around obstacles...etc. You've shown us how it's done in realistic, human terms. Good for you, and thank you! :applause: :applause: :applause:

Thanks for sharing that, Howard. A very well written and sobering piece, and I congratulate you for your tenacity and perseverance. :applause:

:applause: Way to go Howard - I posted the QP article on Welcome Newcomers thread in reply to Wes Bucey - you are a courageous human being. :thanx:
Hey yall, thanks for the congrats. I just didn't die and I didn't just settle for what I ended up with.

Gert, I've attached a PDF version of the file. Don't worry, I have permission to distribute it.

Howard,

Thanks for your story. It is really encouraging for all of us. You truly have experienced one of life's great secrets - Believe, feel and visualize your future.

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