Shark Wisdom From Daymond John's Mother

Mother's Day was proclaimed a national holiday by President Woodrow Wilson on May 9, 1914. According to Anna Jarvis who was instrumental in founding the holiday, it's a day set aside for the person who has done more for you than anyone in the world.

When I asked my mother the most important lesson she has taught me she said, "Always remember that you're the same height as everyone else; never look up and never look down upon anyone." What she meant was to always treat people like you'd like to be treated. Always be humble. You're not better than anyone, and remember that no one is better than you.

I was recently introduced to Daymond John through a mutual friend. Daymond is best known from being an investor the television series Shark Tank and he's the fashion mogul behind FUBU. Becoming a new parent in the coming weeks I was interested to hear a conversation where Daymond John interviews his mother about some of they key values she instilled in him and the advice she has for parents. The interview was crafted by which is an organization designed to help children with learning issues. Enjoy and Happy Mother's Day!


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