Editor’s Note
Reader's Voice
Dear Rural Leader Magazine,
Thanks for the timely
article, Financial Resolutions: Are you Saving for
Retirement? I learned several key things that I can
activate in the near future.
—Murry P.
Sherwood, AR
Dear Rural Leader Magazine,
I really enjoyed the article about Apostle Claudette
Wilson: On a Global Mission for Christ. It is refreshing that a publication is
not afraid to celebrate the
men and women of God.
Thanks for sharing her
story. I was inspired and
encouraged.—
Della N.
Bell Buckle, TN
Dear Rural Leader Magazine,
The article, Three Steps
to Help You Erase Debt,
was informative. I am at
a point in my life where I
am ready to take control of
my finances. Now, I understand that control comes
with living within one’s
means and eradicating
debt whenever and wherever possible. —
Kelly S.
Tallahassee, FL
Dear Reader,
I am pleased to present to you the second
installment of Rural Leader Magazine. Inside
the issue is a collection of articles designed to
empower one to be the best leader possible and
to seize the opportunity.
I am also excited to introduce a new partnership with Georgia State African American
Chamber of Commerce. GSAACC, based in
southwest Georgia that is one the newest organizations to emerge to support small businesses in the rural market. Learn more about
co-founders Thomas and Patricia Swain’s journey to start GSAACC, the challenges they’ve
encountered, and future goals (See page 4).
Learn how to tweak the way you think to
attain desired leadership roles (See page 6) and
discover the core values important to leadership (See page 8). A series of articles includes
also highlight the importance of mentorship
(see page 17) and showcases a few value tools
all leaders need in their arsenal (see page 15).
A positive attitude is essential to any successful leader. Learn how to motivate your team
to success (see page 23) and discover how to
create your own career opportunities (see page
27).
And last, but certainly not least, learn brief
about Crystal Victoria. Crystal Victoria is a
fascinating author, entrepreneur, life and business coach, and motivational speaker (See page
21).
Enjoy the issue and don’t forget to follow us
on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google +,
and LinkedIn!
P.S.
Beginning March 1st, the call for nominations
will be open for the third Annual Rural Leader
40 under 40 Honors. Details will be available at
RuralLeaderMagazine.com.
Regards,
Kuanita E. Murphy, PhD
Publisher/Editor-in-Chief
What you do matters.
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