Did you know that faith without works is dead? Faith only works when you put action to it. This flashback edition is a six minute clip of A.C. speaking a month after he left his position as an assistant principal in 2014 to become a full-time speaker. Also, there's a surprise after the "faith" audio clip. It's a song A.C. recorded with his friends from Chicago. Give it a listen and be encouraged and know that if you have a dream, don't just wish for it, WORK for it.For more information about A.C., visit his website: http://acspeaks.comFollow A.C. on Twitter and Instagram: @AC_CristalesOn Facebook: @ACCRISTALESFANSubscribe to A.C.'s YouTube Channel: A.C. CristalesSubscribe to the podcast and rate and review.

Humans are made for interaction. Therefore, we need each other and we need community. But not just any community. We need a community where we know we matter and are respected, where we are cared for, and where we're recognized and acknowledged. If you're a principal, teacher, parent or youth worker and you want to strengthen your community, this is the podcast for you!For more information about A.C., visit his website: http://acspeaks.comHere's the link to the Blog A.C. mentioned on the podcast: http://www.acspeaks.com/blog/connect-with-your-students-by-celebrating-communityFollow A.C. on Twitter and Instagram: @AC_CristalesOn Facebook: @ACCRISTALESFANSubscribe to A.C.'s YouTube Channel: A.C. CristalesSubscribe to the podcast and rate and review.

Humans are built for endurance. Through hardships character is built, and in failures, lessons are learned. In this episode, A.C. shares what it means to go the distance and how endurance and perseverance are essential traits for leaders and people pursuing their dreams and working toward their goals. Using a couple of scenes from the classic movie, Rocky, which starred Sylvester Stallone, A.C. encourages you to go the distance! If you're tired of giving up and not seeing your goals to completion, this is the podcast episode for you. For more information about A.C., visit his website: http://acspeaks.comFollow A.C. on Twitter and Instagram: @AC_CristalesOn Facebook: @ACCRISTALESFANSubscribe to A.C.'s YouTube Channel: A.C. CristalesSubscribe to the podcast and rate and review.

We all wonder sometimes whether or not our lives have purpose. In this inaugural episode, A.C. shares what this podcast hopes to accomplish, with regard to helping you be a better leader, entrepreneur, parent, student, or simply someone who wants to be a positive influence in society. He also shares one of his life changing moments when he knew there was purpose for his life, which ultimately led him to lead a life that's Mission Driven. If you're ready for some empowerment and encouragement, this is the podcast for you.For more information about A.C., visit his website: http://acspeaks.comFollow us on Social Media: Instagram and Twitter: @AC_CristalesFacebook: ACCristalesFanSubscribe to A.C.'s YouTube Channel: AC CristalesSubscribe to the podcast on iTunes and rate and review.