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MyMarketEASE

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Apr 08, 2009 2:46 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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Part of my business plan is to devote a certain amount of my time to community efforts. To support this commitment, I`ve created a curriculum designed to teach young people how to start their own businesses, and conduct the courses as well as provide the course as a program to other organizations in the area. This isn`t part of any PR plan, but is just something I wanted to do.

Are there any other entrpreneurs out there doing the same? If so, what are the different things you`re doing in your community?

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nevadascul

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Apr 09, 2009 12:11 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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I currently serve as a volunteer on a county hazmat team. I serve on the team not only to help my community, but improve my credibility for my business I`m launching.

I`ve also sat on three government advisory boards. All three boards made recommendations to county officials on upgrades to community services. This I did strictly to help my community.

I`ve also helped start a fire department, search and rescue unit, ambulance service and a regional emergency response network in rural Arizona. While each organization benefited my community, they were also a lot of fun.

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The older we get, the more excuses we make for not chasing after our dreams. But truth is, goals are attainable at any age.

LogoMotives

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Apr 09, 2009 4:45 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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For over 30 years I have donated my design services to non-profit causes in which I have have a personal interest. I actually avoid serving on committees and Board of Directors as meetings are seldom a good use of my time.

I get so many design service requests from nonprofits, with no connection to myself or my business, that I had to establish guidelines for myself in accepting such work - so I wouldn`t feel guilty saying "no." I will do work for local AIDS organizations, education programs, children`s groups and grass-roots performing arts organizations.

In addition, I spend a great deal of time each year speaking to design students at high schools, design schools and universities across the country. I do often make marketing or design presentations to local business groups as well.

I look at any such activity as an investment in my profession and my community. Any business that may come my way as a result is just a bonus.

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MyMarketEASE

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Apr 09, 2009 7:29 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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Both of these responses are so inspirational. You make me want to do even more.

Thank you both for sharing.

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SmallBusiness

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Apr 10, 2009 11:33 AM ET Quote Report Abuse

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I volunteer my design services to my church - not as part of my business, but as my ministry.

MyMarketEASE

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Apr 12, 2009 10:34 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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Excellent. And I`m sure the seeds you`ve sown will come back tenfold.

Thank you for sharing.

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