Ten Things I Learned from Bill Porter Introduction

Author's Inspiration and Motivation

• Author felt inspired by a higher power, guided directly towards Bill Porter.
• Inspiration also comes from Bill Porter's fans, realizing their lives have improved after hearing about him.
• Author's encounters with Bill Porter are seen as recharging and uplifting.

Bill Porter's Life and Accomplishments

• Overcame obstacles despite cerebral palsy.
• Achieved all his goals.
• His responses to questions were detailed, conveying an understanding that some see as spiritual.
• His story inspires others, leading to positive changes in their lives.
• Stories of Bill Porter and encounters with him are recharged the author's inspiration.

Meeting Bill Porter

• Author met Bill Porter at 17, when he was looking for a summer job.
• A job posting for a delivery person caught the author's eye.
• The job was a fulfilling experience and an unexpected source of income., also provided a chance to get to know Bill Porter.
• The author and Bill Porter became friends. Their relationship lasted much beyond that period.

Author-Bill Porter Relationship

• Author and Bill Porter's relationship extended beyond a mere employment relationship.
• Became close friends over 20 years and witnessed each other's ups and downs.
• The author found inspiration in Bill's ability to turn negative situations into positives. Thinking of his experiences reinvigorated the author.
• The author's observations of Bill's life and personal experiences has provided the author with inspiration and guidance to achieve her own life goals.