“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 Leader 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 Effective leadership 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 Blame 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 Leadership 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… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Afraid 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 Character Copy Share Image
“Winning doesn't necessarily mean you'll walk away with a trophy. Sometimes winning means you dared to show up at all to see… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Army-quotes 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 Dignity-quotes Copy Share Image
“In faith I have a renewing account of Personal Courage which I'll write checks against until this country's most valuable natural resource… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Courage Copy Share Image
“My Soldier's definitive of LOYALTY does not include being complacent with a biased or prejudiced leader amongst the Soldiers they took an… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Biased 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… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Carbon Copy Share Image
“Some might argue that a diamond is the earths hardest carbon based substance. However, I'd challenge that with the resolve, resilience, and… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Carbon Copy Share Image
“Your future is not fixed; it's fluid in motion. Your world is very malleable like clay desiring to be something useful. Go… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Ahead Copy Share Image
“Foolish is the leader whom in the midst of organizational chaos believes since no one is approaching them with issues or concerns… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Foolish Copy Share Image
“In all trust there is a possibility of betrayal, but without trust there is no friendship, closeness, or the emotional bonds that… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Betrayal Copy Share Image
“Leading your Soldiers with the safety on as a condition of your own personal complacency is no different than running into battle… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Army-life 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 Blessing Copy Share Image
“Be so busy loving your life and your loved ones so that you have no time for the naysayers, doubters, haters, or… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Change the world Copy Share Image
“Envision life as you're juggling 6 balls. The balls are called faith, work, family, health, friends, and integrity. But one day, you… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Ball 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,… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Faith-quotes 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 Leadership-characteristics 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 Duty-and-attitude 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 Diversity 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 Art of life 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… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Cause and effect 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 Discipline 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 Bull 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… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Goals 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 Character 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 Assertiveness 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 Assertiveness 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 Common-sense-quotes Copy Share Image
“I am thankful for all blessings and lessons learned that have given me peace and solace which I try to share with… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Blessings 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 Death Copy Share Image
“We are one people until you decide we are one person in the churning sea of humanity.” — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Humanity Copy Share Image
“Place your faith not in the frailness of "Man" but in the power and glory of the creator and observe what happens… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Faith 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 Journey 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 Hindsight 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 Guarded 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 Goal-setting Copy Share Image
