Thankful Thursday: From Washington, D.C. to Bogotá, Living in Gratitude and Purpose

Y’all, it’s a Thankful Thursday, and as I fly off to Bogotá, Colombia 🇨🇴, my heart is bursting with gratitude. Sometimes, life moves so fast that we forget to pause and soak in the blessings all around us. But today, as I prepare to serve as the Keynote Speaker for the World Sales Forum, I’m taking a moment to reflect on all the things that make this journey so special.

1️⃣ Waking Up Blessed Beyond Belief 🙏🏾

First things first—I woke up today. Let’s just sit with that for a second. 🛌

Even though I’m running on fumes (who’s with me on those early flights? 😴), I’m filled with gratitude for another day to make a positive impact and uplift others. The thought that we have another chance to connect, inspire, and grow—it’s truly POWERFUL.

Y’all know I live by the motto #CarpeDiem—seize the day! What can YOU do today to make a difference in someone’s life, including your own?

Thankful Thursday: From Washington, D.C. to Bogotá, Living in Gratitude and Purpose 🌟

1️⃣ Waking Up Blessed Beyond Belief 🙏🏾

First things first—I woke up today. Let’s just sit with that for a second. 🛌

Y’all know I live by the motto #CarpeDiem—seize the day! What can YOU do today to make a difference in someone’s life, including your own?

2️⃣ Inspired by Connection and Purpose

Earlier this week, I had the honor of representing GridMate at the Salesforce World Tour in Washington, D.C. And let me tell you—it was electric! 🔋

From connecting with incredible people to sharing GridMate’s innovative solutions, it was a reminder of how fulfilling it is to live in your gifting. A huge shoutout to my amazing GridMate partners—Rey Perera, Hicham El Mansouri, Nitin Kundeshwar, and Sanjeewa Naranpanawe. Your energy and expertise make this journey all the more rewarding.

Whether you’re in sales, leadership, or simply trying to find your way, here’s a lesson for you: when you lean into your purpose, amazing things happen.

3️⃣ Honored to Serve as Keynote in Bogotá
Now, it’s time for the main event: speaking at the World Sales Forum in Bogotá! 🇨🇴 I am beyond grateful for the opportunity to share insights, actionable strategies, and a little of my signature JOLT!⚡️ with an incredible audience of sales professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs from across South America.

Thank you, Verónica Orlando, for trusting me to bring the heat! 🔥 I’m also looking forward to learning from some of the brightest minds in the business, including Mark Hunter, Chris Payne, Gustavo Massaro, Dieter Avella, Diego Ledesma, Carlos Trujillo, and Maria Carolina (Maca) Florez Castellanos. Together, we’re building a community of growth and excellence.

Your Turn: What Are You Thankful For?

Gratitude is a powerful force—it shifts your mindset, lifts your spirit, and opens the door to new opportunities. So now, I’m turning the question over to YOU:

🤔 What are YOU thankful for today?

Whether it’s something big like a career milestone or something simple like a hot cup of coffee, take a moment to reflect and share.

Let’s Keep the Momentum Going 🚀

As I gear up to step onto the stage in Bogotá, I’m carrying this gratitude with me and hoping to share it with every person I meet. Life is full of challenges, but it’s also filled with moments of joy, connection, and purpose—if we’re willing to see them.

Make today count. Seize the opportunities in front of you, lift up those around you, and remember: gratitude is the fuel for greatness.

Cheers to a Thankful Thursday—it’s YOUR choice!
✌🏾 Larry Long Jr.

P.S. I’d love to hear what’s filling your heart with gratitude today—drop me a note or comment below! 🌟