At a recent networking event, I introduced myself to a guy who — when he heard where I worked — said, “Newspapers are still a thing?” I’m sure the look on my face told him I didn’t like that question. He quickly followed up with “I’m kidding,” explaining that he was new to the community.After […]
It’s no surprise that I’ve always been an avid reader. Even as a child, I was rarely without a book. I got in trouble for reading in English class once, no joke.She was not my favorite teacher. But it didn’t discourage me from always having a book with me.And growing up, reading was always looked […]
The hit HBO show “Succession” brought to the mainstream a concept that has been around for centuries. Some even argue there are lessons from God on succession planning in the Bible. No matter how far it dates back, the concept of planning for what and who is next when it comes to a business’ future […]
Afew years ago, a friend of ours borrowed a two-story ladder so he could clean out his second story dryer vent. As his wife watched from below, he climbed the ladder successfully, reached up to remove the vent cover and was promptly attacked by a bird who had made its home in the vent. “Attacked” […]
One of the best parts of my job is getting to interview people who have landed a new job in a leadership role. There is something so invigorating about talking to a person who refers to their new position as a “dream job.” Their energy and enthusiasm are contagious and their ideas inspiring. I had the […]
By John ElchertMPA PresidentPublisher Leelanau EnterpriseEditor’s note: Sunshine Week is a nonpartisan collaboration among groups in the journalism, civic, education, government and private sectors that shines a light on the importance of public records and open government.Sunshine Week occurs each year in mid-March, coinciding with James Madison’s birthday, March 16 (1751). Madison was a driving […]