A Colonel & A Cowboy - by Stran T Smith & J Craig Flowers (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

An inspirational tale of triumph over extraordinary setbacks, A Colonel & A Cowboy tells the remarkable story of rodeo great Stran Smith and retired U.S. Army Colonel J. Craig Flowers. Stran Smith's journey to becoming a World Champion rodeo cowboy is woven together with Colonel Flowers' experiences supporting some of the most elite teams in the world. Through dramatic, real-life storytelling and humor, these two native Texans offer a profound analysis of what it takes to move from great to elite: Mission, Mindset, and Process. The book blends actionable lessons from Smith's historic journey to winning a gold buckle with Flowers' expertise as a nationally-recognized leadership coach and speaker. Readers will gain a roadmap for success and an inspiring glimpse into the mindset of the elite.

Review Quotes

"Psalms 37:23 tells us, 'The steps of a good man are ordered by

the Lord, and He delights in His way.' When I think about what it means to be a good man, I think of men like Stran Smith and Colonel Craig Flowers. Men who are devoted to faith, family, and building a better world for the next generation. A better world tomorrow will not happen by accident. It will require an effective game plan and the courage to diligently carry that plan out every day.

In the pages of this book, A Colonel & A Cowboy, you will not only read the strategies that make a better world possible but learn from the firsthand experiences of men who possessed enough grit and determination to refuse to quit until the mission was accomplished and the goal achieved. No matter the challenges you are facing, goals you are pursuing, or motivation you need, this book contains the road map that will get you there.

You will be encouraged, challenged, and inspired, but most of all, you will become a part of the elite few who are willing to make the commitment to keep moving forward, always believing that better is possible."

Matthew Hagee

Lead Pastor Cornerstone Church

San Antonio, Texas

"I have had the pleasure of observing Colonel(Retired) Craig Flowers for the past 35 years. Simply stated, he is the 'real deal': authentic, purpose-driven, and incredibly inspirational. As a true student of leadership in high-performing outfits, he shares his vast experience in this wonderful primer."

Lieutenant General (Retired) Lawson W. Magruder III

Author of A Soldier's Journey Living His Why: Inspired by a Little Green Book and Co-author of Of Their Own Accord: A Company of Army Rangers Changing Lives in Changing Times

"They say never meet your heroes because they might disappoint you, but Stran's character wouldn't allow that. Our relationship has gone from me looking up to him when I was younger and just starting out, to us being friends, and now getting to call him family. Whether it's in life or in the arena, when the chips are down, he's one of the guys I want in my corner. This book will not only give you a blueprint for how to be a champion, but how to be a champion who can look at themselves in the mirror every morning and like what they see. There are no shortcuts in life, but if you want to get to your goals faster, the strategies in this book will help you avoid pitfalls and discover the tactics that'll help make you a champion and a leader."

Trevor Brazile, 26-time World Champion Cowboy