'Focus On the Positives. Not the Challenges'

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According to [Jerry Sue Thornton], a valuable skill she learned from her parents was to focus. "Focus on what you want to accomplish," she advises. "You can't control what others may think or do, but you can control how you react." When she ran into discrimination, she says, she didn't ignore it. Instead, her approach has always been to take the positive course. "Consider the source, remain composed and work through the situation with the art of negotiation and compromise - without giving up your integrity and values."

"Strong Men & Women: Excellence in Leadership" is an annual series sponsored by Dominion to honor the contributions of African-American leaders like Dr. Jerry Sue Thornton. As part of the series, Dominion is helping African-American leaders for the next generation by providing student scholarships and grants as well as resource materials for schools. To learn more about the series, its honorees and available resource materials, visit www.dom.com, keyword "strong."

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'Focus On the Positives. Not the Challenges'

"I LEARNED THE IMPORTANCE of developing a winning attitude early in life...

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