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As we continue to deal with the devastation of Sandy, going the extra mile reminds us to wipe away our tears when tragedy strikes, rise to our feet, and continue to give life our very best effort.
Shawn Anderson
The ‘go the extra mile’ message gives people an alternative to just throwing their arms in the air and saying ‘I give up.’ We each have a choice when life gets tough to dig deep…do more…try harder…and affect practically every area of our life and communities in a positive way.
Shawn Anderson
We all talk about wanting change…happiness…more opportunity. However, relying on others to make that happen is only wishing for life to get better. Taking personal responsibility…and going the extra mile individually…is where true success is found. Extra Mile Day is a small reminder of the power we each have to create change at any time…on any day.
Shawn Anderson
At times, life is challenging. The ‘go the extra mile’ message, though, gives people an alternative to just throwing their arms in the air and saying ‘I give up.’ We each have a choice when life gets tough to dig deep…do more…try harder…and affect practically every area of our life and communities in a positive way.
Shawn Anderson
We all talk about wanting change…happiness…more opportunity. However, relying on others to make that happen is only wishing for life to get better. Taking personal responsibility…and going the extra mile individually…is where true success is found. Extra Mile Day is a small reminder of the power we each have to create change at any time…on any day.
Shawn Anderson
The City of Greensboro and our nation were founded by men and women who went above and beyond. We appreciate the efforts of Shawn Anderson and Extra Mile America as they inspire hope and bring renewed life to the idea that hard work, perseverance and passion still pave the way for success in all of our lives.
Mayor Robert Perkins, Greensboro, NC
At times, life is challenging. The ‘go the extra mile’ message, though, gives people an alternative to just throwing their arms in the air and saying ‘I give up.’ We each have a choice when life gets tough to dig deep…do more…try harder…and affect practically every area of our life and communities in a positive way.
Shawn Anderson
There is an alternative to throwing our hands in the air and giving up when things don’t go our way. If we really want more out of life, it starts with the person in the mirror…and a willingness to do more than we are doing to get more of what we want.
Shawn Anderson
Shawn is dynamic…and so is his message. He is all heart and soul, and he pushes the buttons that make us want to live differently.
Gail Marshall
As a single mom, I had lost faith that I was ever going to live the life I had dreamed. But since becoming an extra mile person, I have exceeded all my work goals, and I was able to buy my dream house.
Daisy Larios
Tragedy may have happened, mistakes might have been made, but the events of today don’t have to define our potential for tomorrow.
Shawn Anderson
Faith in a higher power…and yourself…works miracles in overcoming bad events.
Shawn Anderson
No one is immune from experiencing tragedy. It is inevitable that life will throw a hurdle into each of our lives.
Shawn Anderson
“We all talk about wanting change…happiness…more opportunity. However, relying on others to make that happen is only wishing for life to get better. Taking personal responsibility…and going the extra mile individually…is where true success is found. Extra Mile Day is a small reminder of the power we each have to create change at any time…on any day.”
Shawn Anderson
“At times, life is challenging. The ‘go the extra mile’ message, though, gives people an alternative to just throwing their arms in the air and saying ‘I give up.’ We each have a choice when life gets tough to dig deep…do more…try harder…and affect practically every area of our life and communities in a positive way.”
Shawn Anderson
“The Games are also a perfect time to learn a few life-changing lessons that can catapult us to more success in our own lives.”
Shawn Anderson
“Watching others succeed in the Olympics is fun…no doubt. But when we get only one life, why not try achieving our own Olympic-like success?”
Shawn Anderson
“Sometimes, life punches us so hard that merely surviving day-to-day is all we can do. The job we hate, the relationship that sours, the personal tragedy that devastates…life has a way of happening. But it’s what we do after life ‘happens’ that makes a difference in our futures.”
Shawn Anderson
“We all talk about wanting change…happiness…more opportunity. However, relying on others to make that happen is only wishing for life to get better. Taking personal responsibility…and going the extra mile individually…is where true success is found. Extra Mile Day is a small reminder of the power we each have to create change at any time…on any day.”
Shawn Anderson
My passion in life is to remind others we have the power to live a life we love.
Shawn Anderson
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After Superstorm Tragedies, Extra Mile Message Resonates

MARINA DEL REY, Calif., October 31, 2012 – At minimum, millions have lost electricity.  At the most extreme, many people have lost their lives.  Superstorm Sandy has produced trauma and destruction. When the rebuilding process soon begins, hundreds of heroes will be remembered for their extra mile effort.  In the midst of this current tragedy, the message of Extra Mile Day  on November 1 bears more significance. November 1, 2012, is Extra Mile Day  across America. Mayors in 359 cities in all 50 states have

Hundreds of Cities Go Extra Mile

MARINA DEL REY, Calif., October 30, 2012 – Hundreds of cities across the United States have stepped forward and declared November 1, 2012, Extra Mile Day . In association with the non-profit, Extra Mile America , mayors on both sides of the political aisle have come together to recognize the capacity we each have to create positive change in our organizations and communities when we go the extra mile. Extra Mile Day was started in 2009 when best-selling author and motivational speaker Shawn Anderson 

334 Mayors Recognize Power in “Going Extra Mile”

MARINA DEL REY, Calif., October 4, 2012 – Three hundred and thirty-four mayors from across the United States have already stepped forward and declared November 1, 2012, Extra Mile Day …a day to recognize the capacity we each have to create positive change in our families, organizations and communities when we go the extra mile. In association with the Extra Mile America Foundation, mayors from across the country on both sides of the political aisle have come together to remind people that the greatest success and change in life comes from

Live a Life You’ll Love: The Extra Mile Secret

MARINA DEL REY, CA September 26, 2012 -- Whether it is empowering others to continue to pursue unrealized dreams or encouraging people not to let life's tragedies derail hope, Shawn Anderson  is intent on inspiring others to keep giving life their best.  As he travels around the country, this best-selling author and motivational speaker has a clear message for helping others overcome life’s unfavorable circumstances and events: “go the extra mile.” Anderson, however, doesn’t only speak about going the extra mile, he does it. First spreading the message

Experiencing Tough Times?

7 Tips from People Who Have Overcome Life’s DefeatsMARINA DEL REY, CA September 6, 2012 -- Shawn Anderson  knows a few secrets about getting up after life punches you in the gut. Anderson, a best-selling author, motivational speaker and success coach, has interviewed hundreds of people who have felt life’s sting and yet demonstrated a remarkable ability to overcome personal setback and accomplish something extraordinary. “I’ve interviewed hundreds of people who have experienced walking life’s hot coals and have come across to the other side more purposeful,”

201 Mayors Meet Across Isle to "Go Extra Mile”

MARINA DEL REY, CA August 29, 2012 --Two hundred Mayors from across the United States have already stepped forward and declared November 1, 2012, Extra Mile Day …a day to recognize the capacity we each have to create positive change in our families, organizations and communities. In association with the Extra Mile America Foundation , mayors from across the country on both sides of the political aisle have come together to remind people that the greatest success and change in life comes from individual and

Want Your Own Gold Medal? Eight Olympian Life-Changing Secrets

MARINA DEL REY, CA August 9, 2012 – Cheering the U.S. women’s gymnastics team to Gold or feeling the intense emotion of an athletic underdog as he steps onto the medal stand makes fun summer TV watching. But according to best-selling motivational author Shawn Anderson , there is so much more to be garnered and applied to our own lives from watching these success-driven athletes. “An Olympic performance is an amazing example of what can happen when one stays dedicated to a mission,“ Anderson says. “In fact, the Games are a perfect time to learn a few life-

Unhappy? “Extra Mile Man” Proposes Three Life-Changing Tips to Get Unstuck

MARINA DEL REY, CA July 25, 2012 -- It’s the nature of best-selling motivational author Shawn Anderson’s  work to listen to people who feel stuck in life. It’s also Anderson’s mission to get those same people unstuck and moving forward again. Whether it is empowering others to continue to pursue fading dreams or encouraging people to not let life's tragedies derail hope, Anderson, dubbed the “Extra Mile Man ,” travels the country speaking to organizations reminding people that when we "go the extra mile," possibility is

105 Mayors Join “Extra Mile Day” Mission

MARINA DEL REY, CA July 17, 2012 -- One hundred and five Mayors from across the United States have already stepped forward and declared November 1, 2012, Extra Mile Day …a day to recognize the capacity we each have to create positive change in our families, organizations and communities. In association with the Extra Mile America Foundation , mayors from across the country on both sides of the political aisle have come together to remind people that the greatest success and change in life comes from

“A Better Life” Shares Secrets to Starting Over After Setbacks

MARINA DEL REY, CA March 29, 2012 -- Often, the experiences of our individual lives can leave us feeling defeated and unmotivated. We’re caught wondering, “Where did my dreams go?” Best-selling author and motivational keynote speaker Shawn Anderson  has written a new book, A Better Life: An Inspiring Story About Starting Over , for anyone who has felt overwhelmed by failure or tragedy…or who has struggled to find the success they had

Five Tips to Limit Your Success in 2012

With 2012 approaching, many are beginning to whisper "good riddance" to 2011.  For those whose past year can be counted in the "Yuck!" category, motivational speaker Shawn Anderson  has a tongue-and-cheek message offering five ways to guarantee that the new year will look exactly like the old one. "The best way to guarantee limited success in 2012 is to do more of what you are currently doing," says Anderson, a best-selling author on maximizing potential.Five tips to guarantee limited success in 2012:1. Set less than spectacular goals.Set your sights low.

'Extra Mile Day' Message Offers Alternative to 99% Movement's Focus

227 Mayors Make November 1 DeclarationMarina del Rey, CA Oct. 30, 2011  Millions of Americans are frustrated and angry about the direction their lives are going. Whether it is the direction the country is taking or their own future outlook, people are uncertain about the control they have over their own lives. One message being adopted by 227 mayors offers a renewed perspective: Want something better in your life? Then “go the extra mile” and make it happen.  Mayors in all 50 states are declaring November 1, 2011, as “Extra Mile Day 

‘Extra Mile Man’ Promotes Inspirational Message with US Mayors

November 1 declared as “Extra Mile Day” by 227 cities.Marina del Rey, CA Oct. 26, 2011 Shawn Anderson  wanted to do what he could to redirect people’s feelings of powerlessness over their own lives. Motivated to take action during a bleak national economic period three years ago, Anderson initiated a “go the extra mile” campaign. Offering people a renewed perspective on how to deal with tough personal and financial situations, Anderson’s initial “extra mile” crusade has grown exponentially from one small voice to a movement of voices of political leaders in

‘Extra Mile’ Message Sweeps U.S.

217 Mayors Encourage Creating Change with ‘Extra Mile Day’Marina del Rey, CA (Oct. 19, 2011)   We’ve all heard the first message: People want change. A second message is now spreading across the country: If you want change, “go the extra mile” and create the change you want to see. As a part of the “Go the Extra Mile” movement, 217 Mayors  have come together to remind people that individuals and organizations each have the authority to promote change by their willingness to do more, give more, and go the extra

211 Mayors Promote ‘Go the Extra Mile’

With millions of people hoping for someone else to make their lives better...a boss, a spouse, the government...the Extra Mile America Foundation's "Extra Mile Day" movement reminds us that the positive change we seek in our lives and in society begins with us personally.        Marina del Rey, CA (Oct. 5, 2011) - Millions of Americans are frustrated and angry about the direction their lives are going. Whether it is the direction the country is taking or their own future outlook, people are uncertain about the control they have over their own lives. One message

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