TOOLS AND STRATEGIES FOR DEVELOPING CORPORATE AND COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
Waco
February 10, 2010
"The first job of a leader is to define a vision for the organization.... Leadership of the capacity to translate vision into reality." — Warren Bennis, President, University of Cincinnati, University of Maryland symposium, January 21, 1988
"Leadership is the ability of a superior to influence the behavior of a subordinate or group and persuade them to follow a particular course of action." — Chester Bernard
"Leadership occurs when one person induces others to work toward some predetermined objectives." — Massie
"The ultimate test of practical leadership is the realization of intended, real change that meets people’s enduring needs." — James MacGregor Burns
"The feminine leadership style emphasizes cooperation over competition; intuition as well as rational thinking in problem solving, team structures where power and influence are shared within the group . . . interpersonal competence; and participative decision making." — Marilyn Loden, Founder and president, Loden Associates, Management Review, December 1987
"My definition of a leader . . . is a man who can persuade people to do what they don't want to do, or do what they're too lazy to do, and like it." — Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972, Thirty-third President of the United States, Miller, More Plan Speaking
So what are leaders? They make things happen! If you need for things to happen in your community or company, this conference is the gateway. You will gain prospectives of leadership development to make things happen!
For additional details or to pre-register, contact Dr. Lovell at lovell@tarleton.edu or 254.968.1984.
Economic Stimulus Package Provides Tax Breaks For Individuals and Businesses
The massive $787 billion American Recovery and
Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) signed into law on February 17, 2009
provides $288 billion in tax relief for individuals and businesses. Two-thirds
of the $787 billion is focused on government spending initiatives intended to
create jobs and to jump-start the economy. Specific details of this 1,071 page
law are limited. Taxpayers should become familiar with the tax saving
provisions provided by this new law, to plan to take advantage of the
provisions. This attachment highlights some of the more prominent tax saving
provisions for businesses and individuals.
Increasing Profits and Managing Risks in Rural Ag Businesses
Fluctuating energy prices, variable food prices, global climate change, trouble in suburbia, economic troubles, food safety and many other drivers are leading to big changes in food production and distribution. Because of these tumultuous conditions, many Texas consumers, farmers, ranchers and agribusiness professionals are seeking creative ways to deal with the risks and the financial challenges.
With the challenges of the market place, Texas farmers and ranchers are exploring a wide range of possibilities in diversifying their operations - Should the land be put to recreational use through hunting, fishing, or birding? What about a “new” crop such as berries or lavender or a valued-added venture such as artesian cheese or B&B? And that’s the target of the Increasing Profits and Managing Risks in Rural Ag Businesses Workshops TBD. Contact Ashley Lovell @ the address below, if you wish to schedule a workshop and/or to co-sponsor a workshop.
These programs will assist participants to:
• Identify ways to diversify local economy and increase employment
• Assess requirements to make production economically rewarding for farmers and consumers in both rural and urban settings
• Help rural Texans develop new businesses and grow existing ones
• Improve understanding of business planning and marketing
• Provide education and assistance in financial, legal, human and personal risk management, and business plans
• Provide technical support for rural entrepreneurs and agribusiness
• Create support networks for rural business owners
Anyone who wants to learn more about Increasing Profits and Managing Risks in Rural Ag Businesses and rural business opportunities is invited to attend. “This material is based upon work supported by USDA/CSREES Award Number 2004-49200-03126.”
Educational programs of AgriLIFE Extension is open to all people without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age or national origin. AgriLIFE Extension Mission: To provide quality, relevant, outreach and continuing education programs and services to the people of Texas.
