"Shaping Ourselves for the Future"
Author: Medlin, E. Lander
Published In: Facilities Manager
Date: January/February 2006
Executive Summary column by APPA's Executive Vice President. Recognizing the challenges faced by educational facilities professionals, Medlin reminds members of the importance of not succumbing to the cynicism and negative attitudes that pervade some views of current times and the future. Emphasizes that through thinking creatively enough, believing passionately enough, and engaging in activities enough you can overcome the forces in your belief system that hold you back. Offers examples of how APPA can help facilities professionals face the challenges of the future, linking specific programs to such goals as utilizing available information and benchmarks to your advantage, training and developing your staff, developing yourself, and becoming engaged and involved in your association.
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