It's Called Commitment

It's Called Commitment has been a true labor of love for its author, Bill C. Lee. The path from beginning to end has been a long one, but it has taken him on a journey of self- discovery that most people never have the chance to experience.

The idea for the book was born in 1984 at a time when the author began to question the direction of his life. He developed a philosophy of life based on five basic commitments - Commitment to God, Commitment to Self, Commitment to Family, Commitment to Professional Responsibility, and Commitment to Others. Over the years, Lee has collected dozens of thoughts and definitions relating to each of these five ideals and brought them together to create It's Called Commitment.

One of Lee's greatest joys is sharing his philosophy with others and helping them discover their own definitions of what is important in life. It's Called Commitment includes several areas where readers can record their own ideas relating to each of Lee's five basic commitments. By taking a closer look at these thoughts and feelings, it is then that the reader's own journey of self-discovery can truly begin.

Bill C. Lee was born in Joplin and grew up in Neosho, Missouri. He attended Westminster College in Fulton, Missouri, Crowder College in Neosho, Missouri and graduated from the University of Arkansas. He began his banking career in 1971, working in Oklahoma and Arkansas before moving back to Missouri.

In 1984, Bill developed his philosophy of life based on five basic commitments. His book, It’s Called Commitment, is a compilation of thoughts and definitions he has collected over the years for each of those five commitments. He enjoys sharing his philosophy with others and helping them find their own definitions of what is important in life.

Bill lives in Mt. Vernon, Missouri with his wife, Shary, where he is President/CEO of First National Bank.