My name is Mike and I am currently a student at the University of Nevada Reno. I also am a head tennis coach at Damonte Ranch High School. I work two other jobs as well, getting my way through college. I am passionate about life and sports espeacially and believe in experiencing all of what the world has to offer. I feel that I have a unique story that I plan on describing through my blog. I want to inspire people and motivate them to accomplish their goals. I have had many influences in my life that have helped guide me through a lot of experiences. I hope to be that person for someone else, and hopefully many people. I believe that as long as you believe in yourself you can accomplish anything no matter what obstacles you face. Whether you think you are too tall, too short, too fat, too skinny or whatever the case may be, you should never use the word “can’t” as an excuse.
Mike Alt's Perseverance Blog 
[…] of this message. I’d also encourage you to share your thoughts about the video with Mike by visiting his website. Well done, […]
By: Student Branding Achievement: Can’t Is Not An Excuse | Bret L. Simmons - Positive Organizational Behavior on November 27, 2012
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Mike, I want to compliment you on your video. Very well done! You are an inspiration.
By: Toni Lucas (@itaintme2) on November 29, 2012
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Excellent video. I saw it on Bret L. Simmons site. This is a tremendous job Mike I will be sharing it with my business colleagues. You are an inspiration to us all!
By: Kerry George on December 11, 2012
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What you are doing is absolutely amazing. I give thanks for running across souls such as yourself. You are blessed being…
By: Tiffani Ann on January 4, 2013
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Where there is will, there is a way…Continue following your dreams and accomplishing your goals. Nothing is impossible. Thanks you for sharing and inspiring us to stop making up excuses for not doing the things that we can do.
By: mariamaness on February 14, 2013
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Thank you so much for the comment! You are absolutely right about where there is a will, there is a way. Everyone has the ability to make a difference and I’m glad you enjoyed it.
By: altmike on February 23, 2013
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[…] out Mike Alt’s webpage and help spread his […]
By: Watch This–Can’t ≠ Excuse | Bold Spirit on February 23, 2013
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Badass and bold. Loved it, Mike! Well done. I shared it.
By: caitlindurkin on February 23, 2013
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Inspiring video!
By: Adrian Faccio on April 18, 2013
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Thank you so much for the comment, I’m glad you enjoyed it! I appreciate the follow as well.
By: altmike on April 18, 2013
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Bonjour Mike,
From Montreal. We went on YouTube looking to find some videos on Amniotic Band and found yours which led us to your website. Our son, now 9 yrs old, is born with similar problem. He was completely CHANGED after viewing your video, absolutely marvelous Mike, thank you thank you thank you! Anthony decided for the first time to openly show his hands to everyone else starting today, no shame anymore..
Cheers!
Alain (Anthony’s dad)
By: itchicolombo on April 21, 2013
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Alain, I am so glad to hear that my video influenced your son. Anthony can do anything his sets his mind to no matter what “limitations” he faces. His hands are a gift and so they should be treated. Anthony should Never be ashamed because he is unique and will impact peoples lives without even knowing it. I wish you both all the best!
By: altmike on April 22, 2013
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I absolutely love this video and could not help but smile and nod along in agreement as I watched! Like you, I was born with hands that had not fully developed and have also learned that can’t is not an excuse. Thank you for creating such an engaging and inspiring representation of that truth!
By: Samantha on June 1, 2013
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