We are all born with incredible gifts and talents that when used to the best and highest use possible can make life extraordinary, however the road to success is not always a straight one. In this weeks Inspired Living TV Interview, we learn this as I sit down with the incredibly inspiring and talented Tim Miner, singer, song writer, and producer.
Tim has written over 4,000 songs, plays 17 instruments, was signed to his first music contract at only 16, and was one of the first Caucasians signed to the Motown label. Wow!
For 20 years Tim hid behind a huge secret in the music industry, he couldn’t read music. When Tim was 16 years old his music teacher told him he would never accomplish anything in the music industry if he didn’t know how to read music. That same year he was signed to his first music contract and soon became the first Caucasian to sign with Motown records.
Two years later he went on to write and produce a #1 hit for Gladys Knight. He has worked with just about every music superstar. Tim didn’t let his inability stop him but instead used it to push him harder. Here are some of my favorite take-a-ways…
- There are no dead ends or obstacles, just detours. There is no such thing as obstacles just an opportunity to go left or right but don’t continue to beat your head up against a closed door.
- There is power in our words. “Be careful what you say cause you just might be listening.” Don’t rain on your own parade.
- Be grateful for what you have rather than dwell on what you don’t. The best is yet to come, and we have to believe that.
- Let the haters and trolls brush off you. Don’t let people debilitate or paralyze you in your dreams. Success will shut the mouth of your haters. Your dreams and destiny can happen to you.
“Speak life over your future, don’t speak death over your future.”
Now, make sure to watch the entire video because there is an amazing treat at the end (I’m still swooning)!! And please share your comments with us below. When you are inspired, you inspire others!
Shine ON!!
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Very inspirational and amazing talent! Great interview !
Awesome interview. Been a fan of Tim Miner for years! Thx Keri
WOW! What an incredible human being, not just his talent, but you can see his heart in his eyes. Thank you for the interview!
Oh sweet Keri!!!This is BY FAR my absolute FAVORITE interview you have shared with us!!!! WOW!!! I reposted on my FB wall!!! THANK YOU!!! I know sooooo many people who can benefit from this AMAZING interview!! I also thought it was cool that you mentioned your uncle! John really has an amazing talent!!!❌⭕️❌⭕️
Kim, Thank You Thank You for doing this interview! As I sit here watching with tears flowing down my face with Pure Happiness for knowing this beautiful Soul Most of my Life. Tim as I sat here listening to your beautiful words you took me back to the days you were describing with your Momma and sisters. You were a blessing then as you are now! Your Momma raised you right with all her heart and Soul she was your biggest fan <3 Yes you showed your greatness at the prime age of 10 (thats when you came in my families Life) and you Never Looked back but you never forgot where you came from and the people that were in your Life thru your Journey! I am So Proud and Honored to call you my LIFE Long Friend and brother! You are a True Blessing in my Life and now THOUSANDS more for simply being YOU! Thanks for taking me down memory lane and I hope to see you and family soon! PS. ONE thing missing in this interview…………where is your OU Awesomeness? 😉
Brilliant! ♡♡♡♡
I SO LOVED this inspiring interview with you both! Thank you for your words of heart felt compassion and wisdom for all of us! Much appreciated and perfectly timed! <3
Love it!! Thanks for sharing this with us!!
Love this man…………..watched him grow in this music business!
Great interview.
Wonderful! Thanks for the blessing!
Awesome – of course I grew up on Motown – I have also followed Tim, since early in his career and have been rooting for him all of these years. I thank God for him, his life and his ministry. Be encouraged, Tim! Just a note about his Motown challenge: He just experienced a portion that his Black counter parts go through as common fare. KERI, THANK YOU FOR THIS INTERVIEW!
Tim is “Incredible” Been a fan and friend forever!!!
So enjoyed the interview thanks so much for sharing Tim! You really are an inspiration
He is so inspiring and just very genuine and has always had glow that your drawn to
So much talent with worlds of life experiences!!
http://youtu.be/pY7sJl9p2p0
Xoxo LeLe