July Wisdom & Wrap-Up

👏🏾 CONGRATS, CHAMPIONS! You made it … and you’re still standing! 💪🏾

Life throws fastballs, curveballs, and knuckleballs (*fitting, as I was just at the Brewers vs. Cubs ⚾ game in Milwaukee) - but YOU stayed in the game. Whether this season brought wins, lessons, or a mix of both, I want to give you your flowers 🌸 right here, right now!

You showed up. You gave it your best. And that’s something to celebrate. 🎉

Forget the noise ... Forget the doubt ... Forget the haters.

Remember the effort ... Remember the growth ... Remember your WHY. ... because you're doing well AND doing GREAT - which is a recipe for future success!

Let this be your reminder: ✅ Progress over Perfection ✅ Purpose fuels Performance ✅ Impact > Ego

Keep leading with integrity. Keep lifting others up. Keep believing in YOU. Your best is yet to come!

Keep Going!

“You can’t beat a person who refuses to give up.”

👆🏾 That’s YOU!

I see you! 👀

Grinding. Hustling. Busting your tail to make it happen. Maybe it’s been smooth sailing … or maybe you’ve been paddling through storms with a smile nobody sees. Either way - much RESPECT! 🙌🏾

This is your reminder to KEEP GOING. Don’t give up. Don’t ever give up. (Channeling my inner Jim Valvano voice)

🔥 You’ve come too far to only come this far ... 🔥 There’s someone counting on you to keep showing up ... 🔥 And there’s greatness waiting on the other side of that next push ...

Whether you’re climbing, crawling, or cruising - keep moving forward. You’ve got this. I believe in you!

The Power of Say-Do Ratio

Here’s a little nugget I share with sales teams, leaders and anyone trying to build trust and credibility:

Your Say-Do Ratio = What You Promise vs. What You Deliver

Want to stand out? 💥 Do what you say you’re going to do 💥 Do it when you say you’ll do it 💥 And if something shifts ... Communicate with Clarity & Care

In a world full of big talk, being consistent is a superpower. It builds trust. It earns respect. And it turns contacts into cont’R’acts.

Your challenge this week: Audit your Say-Do Ratio. Where can you tighten it up? Where can you exceed expectations?

Let’s lead with integrity, show up fully + turn our promises into proof. 💯

Recap of Recent Engagements

Whew! July has been a whirlwind  - I’m beyond GRATEFUL & HONORED to have partnered with some AMAZING organizations, pouring into their people and spreading that JOLT!⚡️ energy coast to coast (and even virtually!).

Here’s a snapshot of the incredible stops along the journey:

📍 Florida Society of Association Executives (FSAE) – Closing Keynote West Palm Beach, FL | July 11 What a JOY it was to help close out a transformational event themed “Tides of Transformation.” Thank you for the warm welcome and the opportunity to uplift and energize!

📍 North Carolina Government Finance Officers Association (NCGFOA) – Keynote Wilmington, NC | July 22 Such a privilege to connect with the folks who keep the fiscal engine running in our communities! Thank you for the trust to deliver a message of relationship-building, intentionality, and purpose.

📍 National Speakers Association (NSA) INFLUENCE Conference Scottsdale, AZ (aka HOTTSdale! 🥵🌵) | July 25–30 From Professional Development to Family Legacy - not only was I filling my own cup, but my Long Family Kiddos were soaking in leadership lessons at the Youth Conference. Next-gen leaders in the making! 🙌🏾

📍 National Association for Catering & Events (NACE) – Keynote Milwaukee, WI | July 29 Hospitality Pros ... Y’ALL SHOWED UP READY and SHOWED OUT! Thank you for the energy, the smiles, and the openness to lean into leadership, communication, and real connection. 🔥

📍 NSA Kansas City Chapter – Midyear Goals Virtual Program Remote | July 31 Whether live or online, the magic happens when hearts and minds come together. Loved each & every minute of sharing strategies to hit the rest of the year strong!

🖼️ Check out the photo collage below for a few memorable moments from the road!

Upcoming August Engagements

📍 Let’s connect in-person! ✈️ One of my absolute favorite things is meeting folks face-to-face while I’m out on the road speaking, emceeing, and training. If I’m coming to your area - let’s make it happen!

Upcoming Stops:

🗓 August 7 – Hillsborough, NC – Summer Careers Academy Graduation

🗓 August 8 – Raleigh, NC – Communities in Schools North Carolina (CISNC) Impact Conference

🗓 August 25 – Kissimmee, FL – HR Florida Conference & Expo

👋🏾 Hope to see you IRL soon!

Let’s keep building meaningful connections, growing together, and creating impact—one handshake, hug, and high five at a time. 💥

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🎤 Looking for a Speaker or Emcee for your next event? If you, a friend, or a colleague are planning an upcoming conference, meeting, or team training — and you’re looking for someone to bring the energy, authenticity, and impact — I’d be honored to serve.

Let’s explore how we can make your next event unforgettable!

👉🏾 Reach out directly - I’m ready when you are. Until then … stay JOLTed ⚡️, stay encouraged 💯, and let’s keep shining 🌟

Larry Long Jr | CEO (Chief Energy Officer) | LLJR Enterprises

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