Bobbie Houston

I attribute my success to my own knowledge, my own pursuing, and just knowing I can do it if I just keep pushing forward and not giving up. I can see now that I have made a difference. I hear people say your strength, your courage, and that I'm an inspiration to others. I just never let anything deter me. I tried to keep going and going until I come to completion with whatever is put in front of me. Through my faith, prayer, and the foundation I have in the AME Church, I have been able to get through a lot of the things I've gone through. My mother was such an inspiration, and she was always using prayer, so I would say my Methodist background and my belief in prayer and faith and worship have really helped me to get through and achieve what I have.

The best career advice I've ever received is to never give up on your dreams. Seek them, research them, follow them, and never stop until you achieve your goal. If you can see it, you can reach it, and you can claim it, and you can earn it. This advice has guided me through all the challenges I've faced and has kept me pushing forward no matter what obstacles came my way.

Success begins by building a structural foundation for yourself. Motivate yourself and uplift yourself. If you have a vision, and can see it in your future, proclaim it, work for it and work to achieve it. Always, think positive and speak life to yourself and know with God all things are possible.

My biggest challenge is getting through the emotional roller coaster after the passing of my brother. He was my hero and my confidant. His struggles not by his own actions never made him bitter or deceitful but instead he showed courage, love to everyone, kindness and never let anyone else take his joy. His smile would light up a room like a candle would fulfill light in darkness. He was a great man and he will always be remembered for his kind words and being a giver to others.

The most important values to me are faith, perseverance, and never giving up. I believe in what you stand for and pursuing your qualities. I am a faith believer, and I believe that the God we serve will supply your needs. Through prayer, hard work, and navigating through all of life's challenges, including death, mental illness, and autism, you can still be standing and life can still be good through all the obstacles. My foundation in the AME Church, my belief in prayer and worship, and my commitment to helping others find hope are at the core of everything I do. If I can inspire just one person and give someone else hope not to give up, then I have left my mark in this world.