10/26/2025 | Press release | Archived content
By virtue of the authority vested by the Constitution of Virginia in the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia, there is hereby officially recognized:
Napoleon Hill Day
WHEREAS, Napoleon Hill was born on October 26, 1883, in Wise County, Virginia; and
WHEREAS, Napoleon Hill is known throughout the world as a pioneer of personal-success literature, whose books, quotations, and speeches have guided others in leading more productive and satisfying lives; and
WHEREAS, Napoleon Hill's writings have outlined a philosophy of success that includes the importance of clear goals, focused determination, persistence, ethical dealings with others, and maintaining a positive mental attitude; and
WHEREAS, Napoleon Hill has influenced innumerable leaders and citizens working in various fields throughout our nation and around the world to strive towards their goals and achieve success; and
WHEREAS, Napoleon Hill, a Southwest Virginia native, exemplifies Virginia values such as hard work, commitment, and purposeful living; and
WHEREAS, on this day, Napoleon Hill is recognized for his leadership, self-motivation, and individual achievement;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Glenn Youngkin, do hereby recognize October 26, 2025, as NAPOLEON HILL DAY in the COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA, and I call this observance to the attention of all our citizens.