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Today: Turning Your Passion Into Your Profession

Billy Horton

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In this amazingly thoughtful and authentic book, Billy Horton openly shares his life story in hopes of inspiring anyone with a special passion to make it their profession.

In Billy's words, "Many things happen on our journey into a career choice. Life is a series of experiences that help define who we are and who we will become. Along the way we make decisions and determine if the risk involved is worth the reward in the end. I believe we are all called to live amazing lives that will bless others. It takes a balance of wisdom and courage to follow our passions into our profession."

TODAY gives you five important elements to help turn your passion in life into your profession. Everyone was born with a dream in their heart to do great things in the world. A passion for something that burns inside of us and makes us come alive. This book encourages you to take a self-inventory of your life and follow what you love to do so you can look forward to going to work every day. According to Billy, "We are called to tap into that passion, and use it to make a difference in the lives of others."

TODAY gives you the tools to do so and encourages you with the story of how Billy Horton started his own company from the ground up back in 2006 and eventually earned multiple World Series rings and Minor League Manager of the Year awards.

In concise and powerful messages, he encourages and enlightens readers to reach their goals by: Taking action, Overcoming challenges, Dreaming to visualize their future, Achieving success by working hard, and saying Yes when others may say no.

Billy insightfully emphasizes that the key to making your passion your profession is to take the first step TODAY.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Richer Press
  • Publish Date: Mar 17th, 2025
  • Pages: 132
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.28in - 0.41lb
  • EAN: 9798986359878
  • Categories: • General• General

About the Author

Horton, Billy: - Billy Horton is a professional baseball coach and the Founder of Cactus Athletics. Since 2006 this organization has been providing professional baseball and exercise training for youth ages 8 to 18 years old in the greater Phoenix, AZ area. He is also the author of the book 7 Day Fast, the poem Playing for God, and has written hundreds on online articles.He has over 20 years of coaching experience and was named the 2024 Manager of the Year in the Pioneer League when he skippered the Yolo High Wheelers to the League Championship in their inaugural season. He also won the Manager of the Year award in 2023 when he led the Billings Mustangs to the North Division Championship and an appearance in the League Championship Series. He was a Minor League Coach for the San Francisco Giants from 2012 to 2019 which includes their World Series titles in 2012 and 2014. In his 8 years as a coach with the Giants, his teams compiled a .612 winning percentage, 4 trips to the playoffs, 3 appearances in the Championship series, and won the Championship in 2013. He has also worked in different capacities for the Arizona Diamondbacks, including their World Series Championship in 2001, Chicago White Sox, and Texas Rangers. Even though he was cut his freshman year at Cactus High School, he eventually earned a baseball scholarship to play collegiality at Spring Hill College in Mobile, Alabama. He went on to play in the Minor Leagues from 1997-2000 for multiple Independent League teams and attended Spring Training as a player with the Chicago White Sox (1999) and Los Angeles Angels (2000).Billy lives in Scottsdale, AZ with his beautiful wife Taleen, their two incredible sons, Connor and Bryce, and Rusty his faithful canine buddy. He has been on the board of directors for multiple charitable organizations and currently serves in the men's ministry at Impact Church.

Praise for this book

"In life we all search for purpose and a sense of belonging. We embark on many journeys only to come up empty. Sometimes we need a little help along the way, God's hand leading us, someone's testimony, or even a cheat sheet. If that sounds like you then you've picked up the right book." - Howie Kendrick, Special Assistant to the General Manager of the Philadelphia Phillies and former 15-year Major League Veteran Infielder

"Billy has done an amazing job laying out practical steps on how to pursue the passions that God has given you. His life story, intertwined with ups and downs, will encourage you in so many ways. Keep learning and praying and pursuing your passions for helping people, and you will be right where God wants you to be." - Kory DeHaan, Co-Owner of HitLab Palmetto, former Major League Outfielder, and 12-year Minor League Coach

"You can't help but feel Billy's passion as you read this book. I had a smile on my face while reading because I have been a witness to watching God direct his steps as he stepped out in faith! Let his words inspire you to action in your own life." - Steve Stanley, Owner of the Stanley Agency and former Minor League & Two-Time NCAA All-American Outfielder

"It might be too soon to call this book a classic, but if correctly applied, Billy Horton's message can be used to be successful in anything you put your mind and effort to. But most importantly, to impact human lives for the Kingdom of God." - Bobby Magallanes, Major League Assistant Hitting Coach for the Seattle Mariners and former Minor League Infielder

"Billy's story reminds all of us to lean upon the Lord as we seek His calling and direction for our lives." - Bobby Evans, Special Advisor to the President of Baseball Operations for the San Francisco Giants and Former Major League General Manager

"Stuck living in the past? Worrying about the future? By reading TODAY, Billy Horton provides actionable processes to take a hold of your life and live it in a more Godly way." -Tyler LaTorre, Head Baseball Coach Pepperdine University, 2023 NAIA National Coach of the Year, and former Minor League Catcher

"Leveraging a simple acronym, Billy delivers a powerful tool enabling both personal growth and leadership development. His conversational tone and humility allow for an easy read rooted in credibility and universal applicability. Whether new to the work force or a seasoned career professional, TODAY offers a framework that helps align passion, purpose, and potential." - Christopher Sylvester, Commander, United States Navy (Retired) 24-year Military Veteran