the alphabet habit

As a football coach, I am always preaching culture. I am always looking for ways to find life application messages to “hit home” with our players and staff. I am so excited to be able to use Alan’s book, “The Alphabet Habit,” with our organization. When you know Alan, you see him live out these principles in day-to-day life. The stories and illustrations of these virtues make us relate to something that has happened in our lives and how we can better respond in the future. The principles may seem simple, but the consistency of living them out is what makes them so important. We need motivation, we need to know that we aren’t the only one who has faced these trials and tribulations, and we need encouragement to be the person we have been called to be. I want to be challenged, and this book will definitely do just that. It means a little more to me because I have always looked at Alan as a person who lives life to the fullest and models the Golden Rule. This world would be a better place if we could all live by these principles. Enjoy!

Alan has been a friend, mentor, confidant, and role model for more than 30 years. He has modeled consistency, intentionality, and a tireless commitment to serve others in all that he has done. His consistency is laid out in these pages just like it has been in his life. This book is a reflection of his passion and desire to serve and impact people. I have been blessed by doing life with Alan and his family and now have been blessed by his clarity and commitment to share his thoughts with others in order to explore their core principles and define the aligned key habits. Thank you, Alan, as we strive to finish well!

This book is not your typical book on theory. In his “easy-to-understand” style, Alan has crafted practical leadership lessons from values he has formed over years of entrepreneurial experience. I have already applied the “Jackson Five” principle to the beginning of our team meetings! This book delivers!

Alan convinced me to get into the insurance business over lunch in 2015. It was one of the greatest decisions I ever made. Learning how to find, retain, and serve customers using the principles of this book has been one of the greatest professional joys I’ve experienced. Alan has taught me a lot of principles in business and in life, many of which are captured here. I’ll read and re-read this book for years to come.

This is a great book for anyone in the business of business or parenting. The practical wisdom Alan shares is invaluable, and the proof is in the quality of his family and in the success of his business endeavors. I am truly fortunate to call him a friend and a mentor.

Alan has been a mentor of mine for 15 years. These highly practical principles and habits aren’t just words on these pages. Alan lives them. While I could hear Alan’s voice in the recommendations, this book caused me to reassess my own values. I’m excited for you to assess your own habits. Remember, it’s always about people!