Doug Westmoreland

My early work career was spent as a slug. This does NOT mean I was lazy. I worked hard but I wasn’t contributing as much as I could; as much as I had to give. It dragged me down and it was depressing.

Why did I feel that way? Because I really didn’t fit in. The work didn’t align with my needs, desires, and talents. And it took me longer than I care to admit to figure that out.

Time and time again I had a feeling in my gut I was destined for greatness. I just needed the opportunity. I knew deep inside I had a lot to contribute but I just hadn’t found “how” to do it.

Then about eight years ago I met a man who became a mentor and also gave me the opportunity I was seeking. But first he insisted that I spend a couple years in front-line sales.

After that “in the trenches” learning experience I went to work for my mentor in the shipping department of his business development company. Steadily I worked up through customer service and a few other departments. My last two years were as the vice president of operations.

While there I also studied the products we were selling for my own benefit and personal growth.

That marvelous experience gave me the grassroots, savvy, and confidence to go out on my own. It gave me the confidence to create Motivation-In-A-Minute with my partner Mr. Positive!, Dave Boufford.

Now I know my career is perfectly aligned with my desires, needs, and natural talents.

Today, and all along my way to this point, I feel a “release” whenever I help someone. Even as a kid I was jumping in to help the underdog. I thrive on helping you make that first step – whatever it is – that gets you closer to living your dreams.

Whenever I see someone conform to “average” just because they don’t think they can do it . . . I’m profoundly saddened. I’m not exaggerating! I want to help you find the courage and the belief to DO IT. To ignore the naysayers.

Family, interests, and so on:
I’m the “young” guy of the team because I’m only in my mid-thirties (just kidding, Dave). Erika and I are very proud of our 3 precious children all under the age of four.

My favorite activity with the kids is loading them up and going to the park which they can't get enough of. Their smiles and laughter makes me realize how much I want to be a part of everything they do.

In my other leisure time you might find me coaching my son's baseball team, fishing or on a vacation with my family. One of my all time favorite things to do is entertain a group of close friends and family at my home with a killer meal. My outdoor kitchen is where you’ll most likely find me. Especially if the “Boys” come over for some BBQ and a little Dallas Cowboys football on Sunday’s.