“Oxymoron Magic In life it takes personal courage and inner strength to ask for help.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“The saddle is off and the rest of this ride will be bareback. Code for it's gonna be a tough ride to… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“The day you accept a position or promotion under the handshake of quid pro quo in exchange to look the other way… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Life Algebra 101 - I truly value my own ignorance of what is to come for me, It is those unknown variables… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“To some strength is measured in numbers but to me strength is measured in character.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Strength isn't measured by how many things or people you manage but more prevalent is how much you can self manage and… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Learning to accept help from others is not a sign of weakness it's a badge of courage reflecting mutual trust between the… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“As long as you're actively trying to achieve your goals your successes are rewards and your short comings are lessons learned” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“No two snowflakes are alike and neither are the Soldier's in your charge. Don't make the mistake of treating your Soldier's like… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“When a leader makes that fateful decision to hold one class of Soldiers to a higher standard over another that person has… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“The day my NCO support channel abandoned me like a unwanted child at a Fire Station to a toxic commander was the… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Excuses are most valuable to the person making them but to everyone else its foreign currency with little value or not accepted… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“You have a nearly a 0% chance of affecting change in others attitudes, behaviors, and skullduggery. However, you have a 100% chance… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Being a Non-Commissioned officer (NCO) or Petty Officer (PO) is a commitment and a lifestyle that shouldn't ever be taken lightly as… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Fear is a liar and a good one at that, Fear feeds on self doubt and insecurities both internal and external. Know… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“When you realize you've evolved from the mentored to the Mentor it gives much more to the meaning and lessons learned in… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Leading by example through "Servant Leadership" used to be a badge of honor that distinguished you from the Corps of the Blue… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“The greatest risk most of us will take in our lifetime is that of repression or denial of basic rights of another… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“A milestone moment in the career of a AG Warrior is when you can not only say but truly believe it doesn't… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Life is the ultimate gift of experience and if you are not impressed by the blessing the Lord has given you every… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“There are circumstances which can only be created and remedied in a crucible of fury, fire, and destruction like the serotinous cones… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Wisdom from Top Butler: Guard yourself at all times but don't let anyone lead you to live a guarded life that is… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“The future you build for yourself is only as limited as your imagination and a undisciplined goal orientated mind.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Educated idiots are the most fearsome creatures in a leadership structure because even though trained they still refuse to think.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“When you look down the length of your chain and see it is made mostly of weak links it is time to… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“You've lost command when you ask your own staff officer to step up and he responds, "now is not a good time… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“The death of unit morale is always precipitated by the neglect of a Soldiers and families health and welfare.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Our journeys are different but we can share the same well traveled path during parts of our excursion. Small victories win wars… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Wisdom for Today: Before you jump on that Band Wagon you'd be wise to check where in the hell it's going.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“You can't fake a great steak nor can you convince a raging bull to give you a easy eight second ride.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“If you have the bad MOJO of a situation or a person riding you down you must first remove that saddle.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“When fools come for a piece of you with their shenanigans and tomfoolery let them come. However, remember to give them enough… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“You've evolved when you realize the effect that your positive contributions to others create ripples of humanity in the sea of life.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“My position is for one to be thought of as a CHARACTER is totally different from one having CHARACTER.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Peace-Of-Mind really only requires the discipline to stay firmly in your lane and exit at your destination not someone else's.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“If a leader works hard to break the spirit of their Soldier they'll soon meet the most focused Soldier of a career.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Self Care is the secret ingredient to Soldier care in a recipe that yields many servings of effective leadership.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Its been my experience during my military career that a leader displaying a THIRST for power will ultimately have a APPETITE for… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Let's make a deal, if you don't blame me for your failures I won't take credit for your successes.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“A leader is skating up hill on a slippery slope when Servant Leadership is not part of a leaders philosophy.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Let's make a deal, if you don't blame me for your failures I won't take credit for your successes.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“In leadership that 20/20 vision sometimes becomes 20/40 or 30/50 depending on how close you are to the situation. To my AG Warrior I… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“The greatest risk most of us will take in our lifetime is that of repression or denial of basic rights of another person. The… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“A leader who allows their subordinates to suffer as proof of who is the boss likely quenches their thirst with salt water from a… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“What do I and a diamond have in common? We are tough, brilliant, and carbon based entities which evolved into something better under immense… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“It’s always amazing, when I think about this exact time every year. My goals seemed so lofty and far away. Today, I see that… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Life Algebra 101 - I truly value my own ignorance of what is to come for me, It is those unknown variables the shape… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“When you realize you've evolved from the mentored to the Mentor it gives much more to the meaning and lessons learned in life as… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“Where your soul meets your purpose is the azimuth known as your passion and from there you can plot points of inspiration and achievable… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“During my road trip of life I have encountered many potholes, areas under construction, delays caused by others on the same road, and 18… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“The day my NCO support channel abandoned me like a unwanted child at a Fire Station to a toxic commander was the same day… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“The death of unit morale is always precipitated by the neglect of a Soldiers and families health and welfare.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
