Voting is Tremendous: Standing Up for Values in Every Election
When we head to the polls, we don’t just cast a ballot; we stand for values that form the bedrock of who we are. Leadership—and life itself—often revolves around the concept of value congruence. This is why we’re naturally drawn to specific organizations, ministries, and people; we resonate with their values. This deep connection is what makes voting so essential: we’re not just picking a candidate; we’re choosing someone whose values align with our own.
Friends who vote are Tremendous!
Missional Alignment Matters
Missional alignment is key to building trust in any leader. The media often tries to steer us toward strong opinions, sometimes even disdain for particular candidates. But that approach is shortsighted and, quite honestly, it’s idiotic. Let’s move beyond media-driven negativity and remember the wise words of George MacDonald: “To be trusted is a greater compliment than to be loved.” In voting, we’re not looking for a candidate we’d want to hang out with on the weekend. We’re looking for leaders we can trust based on their values—not their personalities or public personas shaped by others. Knowing a leader’s true values gives us the confidence to trust them, no matter what anyone else says.
A Duty That Reflects Our Investment in the Future
Voting is not just a right; it’s a duty that binds us to the future of this great constitutional republic. To avoid the polls is to shirk responsibility for the very values we hold dear. We are imperfect people, voting for imperfect candidates—but that’s no excuse to sit on the sidelines. As my father, Charlie “Tremendous” Jones, used to say, “I could write a book about what’s wrong with America, but I could write a library about what’s right with America.” So, let’s embrace what’s right. We owe it to our country, neighbors, and ourselves to engage and protect the values we treasure.
Mrs. Tremendous Gloria Jones, circa 1952 casts her vote with companions 1 yr old Pam and 3 yr old Jere.
Your Vote, Your Voice—Tremendous Power
Let’s step into the voting booth confidently, understanding that every ballot cast reflects personal choice and a commitment to our shared future. So please don’t hold back; be tremendous, get involved, and vote with pride, knowing you’re making a significant difference in our republic’s legacy.
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Tremendous Leadership: Curated Leadership for the 21st Century
Meet The Author, Dr. Tracey C. Jones
Tracey C. Jones is nationally known for her leadership expertise, as well as her ability to connect on a core level with her audiences .
With her signature wit, she masterfully weaves leadership concepts and actionable strategies together with humor and a deep understanding of life in the workplace. Her latest book, A Message to Millennials: What Your Parents Didn’t Teach You and Your Employer Needs You to Know delivers just that blend of professional development strategies and real-world solidarity. Perfect for mentoring, onboarding or developing new personnel, this is a timeless resource that will appeal to employees across generational divides.
At the core of her philosophy on leadership is a simple belief that a commitment to lifelong learning results in a resilience and positive attitude that can alter the work environment for the better each and every day. With nearly four decades of experience across four industries from the military to semi-conductor to publishing, Tracey has crafted organizational leadership techniques that can be implemented right away for noticeable results. She challenges her audiences to bravely embrace their challenges and take the all-important next steps toward effecting meaningful change in their personal and professional lives.
As a graduate of the Air Force Academy with twelve years as an officer in the United States Air Force, Tracey’s storied career in uniform took her from Roswell, New Mexico to the Gulf War to stations in Germany and England, where she honed her operational expertise and tremendous leadership skills in a number of command roles. As a civilian, she built an impressive career as a corporate “fixer” over ten years with industry leaders such as Applied Materials and Northrup Grumman, as well as a stint as a Project Manager with the National Security Agency (NSA). A believer in the value of lifelong learning, Tracey holds her PhD in Leadership and an MBA in Global Management.
Her father, the late Charlie “Tremendous” Jones, founded Executive Books in 1965 with the goal of changing the world one book at a time. After amassing an exceptional leadership background of her own, Tracey took the company’s reins in 2009 – and carries on her father’s tremendous legacy today. She believes that philanthropy and community engagement are at the heart of leadership. The profits of Tremendous Leadership support The Tremendous Trust which has provided over $1.3 million in donations locally and globally over the last eight years.
