The B.G.C Formula- Belief.Grind.Consistency

​Foreword

If you're reading this , consider yourself blessed and ready to gain the knowledge needed to elevate your life. When I first heard about this novel, I wondered—how could my wife possibly surpass her previous masterpiece, Self Identity ? If you haven’t read that one yet, I highly recommend doing so first, then coming back to this one to fully immerse yourself in the Ebonized movement.

To my wife, Ebony—I am beyond proud of you. You continue to use your passion, purpose, and gifts to create a space where people can truly grow and transform. The fact that you’ve taken this novel a step deeper into enlightenment and self-discovery is nothing short of incredible. Having read it, I wholeheartedly believe this book will help many people unlock the next level of their journey and experience life to the fullest.

To the readers—buckle up and get ready to be Ebonized! Ebony is about to take you on a powerful journey toward greatness. I remember when we shared this affirmation:

I will do great things. I am great. And I will make those around me great.

These words hold universal power, and I challenge you to speak them daily—over yourself, your loved ones, and your future. This novel will equip you with everything you need to embody this mindset. It’s insightful, inspiring, humorous at times, and deeply transformative.

Before you begin, I encourage you to pray. Ask for wisdom and an open heart to receive the life-changing insights within these pages.

Ebony, I love you beyond words. Now, go give the people everything you’ve got—it’s time for belief, grind, and consistency.

Amen,

Jeff Baylock

Proud Husband

​Introduction

As a child, even at the tender age of four, I felt a deep-seated desire to become an entertainer. It all started when I first heard the angelic voice of Whitney Houston and the rich, soothing vocals of Toni Braxton. Their ability to captivate audiences with their voices fascinated me to no end. From that moment, I resolved to use my voice to evoke similar emotions in people. Whether it was a gift from God or mere coincidence that my parents named me after the famous singer Shanice, I found solace and purpose in my ability to sing.

However, as I grew older, I faced numerous obstacles, hardships, and bouts of self-doubt. I lacked self-confidence and often felt overwhelmed by financial instability and lack of support. At times, it seemed like there was no end in sight to my struggles.

Have you ever found yourself alone, contemplating your life, and suddenly feeling a wave of uncertainty over you? I experienced one of those "What the hell am I doing?" moments. I had become complacent, comfortable with living in doubt and uncertainty, and had lost sight of the dreams and goals I had as a child.

Many of us are in a similar position, afraid to step out of our comfort zones and take risks. But life, I realized, is about embracing uncertainty and having faith. To achieve greatness, we must be willing to make sacrifices and take bold steps forward.

This is not just another motivational speech or book. I'm not here to motivate you; I'm here to awaken you. Many of you have been asleep too long, ignoring your gifts and losing sight of your purpose.

When I realized I was letting my purpose slip away, I knew I had to take action. But I didn't know where to start or what to do. I wanted to be a boss, an entertainer, a speaker, but I lacked a roadmap for how to get there.

So, I began studying successful people in my inner circle and the world of celebrities. I noticed a typical pattern among them—a formula for success called The B.G.C. Formula: Belief, Grind, Consistency. When I applied this formula to my own life, my circumstances began to change dramatically, and this is why today, I'm happily married, pursuing a thriving career in music and speaking, and running multiple businesses.

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