From Broom to Boardroom

What’s ordinary to me might be extraordinary to you. So says Chris Jackson repeatedly throughout this humble accounting of his life and what he learned through the various steps along the journey. From humble, village raised beginnings, through the many trials and triumphs that have led to a purposeful, fulfilling life, the author gives a poignant recounting of each step with the ultimate hope that what he has learned can inspire others to hope, imagine, and create the lives of their dreams. Curiosity and always learning are the mindsets that lead to not only overcoming challenges and experiencing triumphs, but more importantly to savoring the seemingly subtle, everyday moments with those we love. Jackson creates a framework arguing that this indeed is the essence of an amazing life. Follow along to discover what was learned during childhood, manhood, and fatherhood. Then transition down the path of what was learned during blue collar beginnings, the world of academia, then from becoming a professional educator. Finally, upon reflecting on his hopes and dreams for the second half of life, Jackson brings the reader home with what he passionately argues are the most important lessons to apply going forward. Those lessons have less to do with climbing the professional ladder, chasing money or prestige, and everything to do with family, helping others, and enjoying each day creating memories with those we love. At the end of our days, we will not wish we worked more, we will not wish we sought revenge on those who wronged us but, we will regret not mending fractured relationships, we will also regret missed opportunities to experience moments creating memories with our friends and loved ones. Follow along on this journey that might just help you find the extraordinary in what you think is ordinary about your own journey.