October 1, 2013 Newsletter
“Giving Back” Great Leaders Are Never Too Busy
As leaders in our businesses, the term “giving back” can be defined as many things. Monetary donations, sponsorship of events and volunteering our time are just a few ways of “giving back” that come to mind. These are all valuable contributions to our various charities and organizations we support, but as leaders, we can and must do much more.
As leaders, we all have a wealth of knowledge in the business world. Great leaders must pass along this knowledge, our successes and failures to our younger generation. Internships, high school co-op programs and partnerships in education are all avenues where we as leaders can pass along this knowledge. Remember, you’re never too busy to make a difference in someones life, and in turn, make a difference in your own life.
As we roll into the fall season, Finance System of Green Bay, Inc. sent off to college, Ryan Pastelak, our 20th high school co-op student. As was with many of these students, Ryan came to Finance System of Green Bay, Inc. very shy and quiet. Like most, the improvement in his character, communication skills and business knowledge was amazing.
Through the past 20 years, these students have continued their business careers to become attorneys, accountants, collection experts, sales executives and computer programmers.
Many students return to say, “Hi,”to the people here at Finance System of Green Bay, Inc. from time to time. Just recently, one of our past students was awarded a scholarship based solely on his work experience here at Finance System of Green Bay, Inc.
As leaders, we have many business responsibilities. By expanding our “giving back” we can all make a direct impact on someones life. As the old Chinese proverb says, “Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. Teach a man to fish and he will eat for a lifetime.” You just may find, as I did, the direct impact it makes on making you a better leader and more importantly a better person.
Upcoming Appearances
Fall 2013 Revenue Cycle Co-op Conference
October 3-4, 2013 at the Holiday Inn – Stevens Point
HFMA 2014 MEGA Conference
January 28-30, 2014 at the Kalahari Resort – Wisconsin Dells
Apartment Association of Southeastern Wisconsin Tradeshow
September 27, 2013 at the Potawatomi Bingo & Casino – Milwaukee
Wisconsin Apartment Association 2013 Tradeshow
October 11-12, 2013 at the Tundra Lodge Resort – Green Bay
Wisconsin Credit Union League Inc., Northeastern Chapter
January 23, 2014 at the Little River Country Club- Marinette
