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February Sales in Southwest Lake County Subdivision

List Price

Sold Price

SP:LP

LMT

Beds/Baths

Subdivision

List Price

Sold Price

SP:LP

LMT

Beds/Baths

Rambling Hills East

$549,900

$565,000

103%

4/3.1

Bensons

$879,000

$875,000

100%

5/4.1

Country Club Estates

$599,900

$611,000

102%

3/3

Wooded Ridge

$560,000

$555,000

99%

4/2.1

Estates of Lake Barrington

$849,000

$857,000

101%

5/4.1

Barrington Court

$674,900

$667,500

99%

5/4

Stonebridge of Hawthorn Wood

$635,000

$640,000

101%

4+1/3.1

Hawthorn Woods Country Club

$569,900

$562,500

99%

4+1/3.1

Hunters Creek

$499,900

$502,750

101%

4+1/2.1

Eleanora Estates

$539,900

$530,000

98%

4/3.1

Flint Creek

$624,500

100%

4/2.1

Camden Trace

$719,900

$705,000

98%

6/4.1

Royal Melbourne

$875,000

100%

128

6/4.1

Estates of Indian Creek

$539,900

$528,000

98%

4/2.1

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

APRIL 2021 PUBLISHER

Michael Beightol | michael.beightol@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Spring’s Annual Renewal

Stephen Neilson | stephen.neilson@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Whitney Lockhart

SPRING IS HERE, SO SAYS THE CALENDAR. No doubt there is a chance for a few

L AYO UT DESIGNER

more weather surprises this month (this is Chicago after all), but the odds are in our

Dani Moore

favor that the worst of winter is behind us. Spring is the annual period of renewal that gives us a chance to rethink what we’ve done before. Last year as the pandemic escalated more of us got into gardening. Whether growing food for the table or just enjoying the fresh air outdoors, getting your hands dirty, nurturing plants and reaping a bounty became a new pastime for many of us. In this issue Editor Stephen Neilson offers his take on creating a kitchen garden, a

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Michael Beightol, John Maxwell, Liv Melchers, Stephen Neilson, Russ Riendeau, Peter Wodarz CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Stephen Barten, Barrie Heath, Liv Melcher, Lisa Neilson, Stephen Neilson, Atoy Spates, Peter Wodarz

convenient resource in a sunny spot for growing vegetables and herbs. Landscape architect Peter Wodarz shares his thoughts about creating a green sanctuary in local yards. Think about whether you can select locally sourced native plants while providing shelter and a water source for the wildlife in your neighborhood. In addition to the photos that showcase Peter's expertise, enjoy some brilliant shots of native birds by Stephen Barton accompanying the article. Liv Melchers is a young entrepreneur who runs an online and brick-and-mortar store called Able Shoppe. Her goals are to share her love for vintage clothing, jewelry, home goods and furniture, provide an uplifting boutique shopping experience and make a dent in reducing what may otherwise end up in the waste stream. We are thrilled to share her sustainable chic.

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

You can do your part by shopping at Liv’s store or any of the other local retailers

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

dedicated to re-purposing goods for a second life. To help you with that we’ve got

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

here a short list of retailers we hope you’ll patronize locally, including Calendonian,

AD MANAGER Chad Jensen

now creating furniture from reclaimed barn wood.

REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams

Dr. John C. Maxwell is a renowned leadership coach. We’ve included here a piece

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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2021

FEATURES 12 Re-Use and RePurpose Shop Locally and Support These Shops for Thrift, Antiques and Reclaimed Items.

14 Start a Kitchen Garden Imagine a Bounty of Easy-to-Grow Edibles, From Your Deck or Yard To Kitchen Table.

18 Backyard Sanctuary Our Yards Can Be More Than Just Pretty; They’re Also Habitats for Wildlife.

24 Redefining Vintage Young Entrepreneur Creates a Fun

18 24

Shopping Experience for Vintage Clothing, Jewelry & Home Goods.

12 DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Around Town

Local’s Choice

Healthy Lifestyle

24 Local Limelight 30 Inspired By 34 Lifestyle Calendar

AROUND TOWN those members of the association for their exemplary performance as compared to their peers in the marketplace. Lake Zurich resident Sandra Frampton,

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INTRODUCING DAISY THE BULL Publisher’s Note: We found the following short piece from Russ Riendeau so amusing that we challenged the author to create an illustration that captures the spirit of Daisy the Bull. When we received his sketch we knew we had to share it. Just one note of caution: bulls have notoriously bad eyesight, so if you see one racing down a local road, please “steer” clear.

APRIL FOOLERY FROM LAKE BARRINGTON'S RUSS RIENDEAU A farmer and traveling salesman were in the barnyard when suddenly a bull leaps a 7-foot tall fence, hops behind the wheel of a pickup and roars down the road. The salesman noticed the truck's license

The Bess Bower Dunn Museum, operated by the

plate read Daisy. “That bull just stole your wife’s

Lake County Forest Preserves, launched its first

truck,” he yelled. “Not my wife’s truck - the bull’s

virtual exhibition, "Our Voice is Black History: Past,

truck,” the farmer said. “But the plate said Daisy,"

Present, Future," running now through October

cried the salesman. "Why Daisy?” The farmer said

31. The exhibition will be open for in-person view-

calmly: "Because ‘Snowflake’ was already taken.”

ing at the Dunn Museum in Libertyville starting July

The salesman asked, “Why did you name your bull

3. The exhibition and related programming are spon-

Daisy?” The farmer said: "The bull picked the name

sored by the Preservation Foundation, the charita-

himself." The thoroughly confused salesman asked:

ble partner of the Lake County Forest Preserves.

”Did you approve his choice for his name?” Glaring

Additional support is provided by College of Lake

now the farmer replied, “You don't disagree with

County (CLC) and USG. Visit DunnMuseum.org for

that bull." The salesman asked one last question:

details. The exhibition is a collaboration between the

"Did you buy the truck for the bull?” The farmer

Dunn Museum and CLC's Black Student Union. "The

drawled: “If a bull can jump that high, pick his own

exhibition examines and explores multigenerational

name and knows how to drive, when he asks for

stories and experiences through graphic design,

his own truck, would you say no?” (Original ver-

poetry, writing, art and video interviews that

sion published by WrittenTales.com.)

portray the voice of the African Americans' past

REALTOR SANDRA FRAMPTON WINS NOTABLE DISTINCTION The mission of the Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS® Production Awards is to recognize 8

PORTRAYING THE AFRICAN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE IN LAKE COUNTY

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and reality,” said Director of Education Nan Buckardt. "It offers a unique representation of the African American voice of Lake County." Go to Bit.ly/30gjbLA to experience the virtual exhibit.

LAKE CO. CROSSES MARK OF 2 MILLION PPE ITEMS DISTRIBUTED

A NIGHT AT THE OPERA (SORTA) Small Potatoes is a group that describes their music

The Lake County Emergency Management

as “Celtic-to-Cowboy" developed after “years of care-

Agency (EMA) reached a noteworthy milestone

ful indecision.” A livestream performance will be held

during the global pandemic as more than 2 million

at 8 p.m. April 9 with performances of country, blues,

items of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) were

swing, Irish folk, and more. Tickets are $10 for the

distributed. Items included masks, gloves, gowns

live online event or $20 for a subscription to multiple

and other supplies. Those items were shared to

streaming shows presented by the Woodstock Opera

numerous organizations in need, including long-

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term care facilities, first responders, hospitals, healthcare workers, schools and other local organizations on the front lines across Lake County.

COUNTY BOARD SUPERVISOR CRAIG TAYLOR RESIGNS

FUN “DAY CAMPOUT” OFFERED BY YMCA CAMP DUNCAN Christy Sikorski, President of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) of St. Francis de Sales Catholic School, recently shared how her family got to shake

After 11+ years of service to the community as a

off a bit of that “stuck-indoors-during-Covid” feeling,

Lake County Board Member representing District 19,

thanks to an event offered by YMCA Camp Duncan.

Craig Taylor announced his resignation. The big sky

As Christy tells it: “My husband and older son just had

and mountains of Colorado, as well as nearby family,

a wonderful day campout near Volo. YMCA Camp

were too strong of a lure for Taylor. Over the course of

Duncan followed all safety and health protocols, but

his four terms as a board member, Taylor had a partic-

still allowed the campers to receive a hands-on les-

ular focus on transportation, fiscal responsibility and

son in wilderness survival, play broomball on the fro-

transparency. A long-time resident of Lake Zurich,

zen lake, sled, and slingshot paintballs at stationary

Taylor and his wife Pam raised three children. He is

targets. All outside, all socially distanced, and home

retired from United Airlines after a 40-year career.

in time for dinner and to sleep in their own beds!” For

UNDERSTANDING THE STATE OF HIGHER EDUCATION

more information regarding upcoming events, visit YMCAChicago.org/Duncan/.

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

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re-use and re-purpose THRIFTINESS IS GOOD FOR THE SOUL. Whether you want to step more lightly on the planet, help those in need or find the bargain of a lifetime, shopping vintage clothing shops, thrift stores, antique shops or sellers of reclaimed goods is in vogue right now. There’s a collection of retailers here in Lake County that will scratch your itch for a good deal while helping reduce your carbon footprint. 1. Caledonian 4. House of Hope Resale A ministry of St. Anne’s Catholic Community,

19th centuries, along with a range of English style repro-

House of Hope operates a large retail store in Lake

duction furniture. For the past 70 years the Heath family

Zurich. Offering a wide selection of clothing, furniture,

has catered to discriminating buyers of fine traditional

collectibles, toys, books, and much more. New items

furniture, artwork and decorative accessories. Now they

arrive daily for treasure hunters. All proceeds help

also create stunning pieces from reclaimed lumber. (202

local families in crisis. (955 Rand Road, Lake Zurich;

James Street, Barrington; CaledonianInc.com.)

HOHResale.org.)

2. All American Reclaim

5. Whippletree Farms Antiques

Look for the big rooster on Pepper Road in Lake

In a two story, 10,000 square foot building

Barrington for All American Reclaim, one of the

there’s furniture to fit any decor from formal walnut

largest suppliers of reclaimed wood in the Midwest.

and mahogany pieces to American Victorian and

Shop an expansive selection of reclaimed lumber

European imports. Also includes china, jewelry,

and salvaged products, such as antiques and home

glassware, silver, small art objects, stained glass

décor. (990 W. Northwest Highway, Lake Barrington;

windows, lamps and oil paintings. (210 Main Street,

AllAmericanReclaim.com.)

Wauconda; WhippleTreeAntiques.com.)

3. Play It Again Sports

6. St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store

With locations across the country, each store is

With hundreds of new items arriving weekly, the St.

locally owned and operated with a focus on sports

Vincent de Paul thrift store offers clothing, antique

equipment. They buy, sell, and trade used and new

dishes, furniture, artwork and more. Donations

sports equipment and fitness gear and pass along the

and purchases support the mission of helping the

savings to customers. Perfect for an active family with

homeless and those victimized by fires, floods

growing kids. (315 E. Northwest Highway, Palatine;

and disasters. (168 Peterson Road, Libertyville;

PlayItAgainSports.com.)

StVincentdePaulChicago.org.)

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ARTICLE MICHAEL BEIGHTOL

In warehouse space along rail tracks, Caledonian specializes in fine English antiques from the 18th and

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

YOUR

KITCHEN GARDEN STARTING YOUR OWN GARDEN OF EASY-TO-GROW EDIBLES, FROM YOUR DECK TO YOUR TABLE.

NEXT TIME YOU’RE DISAPPOINTED IN THE

Pick some sunny spots. Prepare some

FRESH PRODUCE AT THE (SUPER?) MAR-

lovely pots. Purchase some plants of your

KET, or watch it wilt prematurely in your fridge,

favorite veggies and herbs at your local

or wonder whether it’s really raised to be healthy

home or garden store. Google “Seed

for you or is laden with latent chemical conse-

Savers Exchange Heirloom Seeds”…

quences… regardless if you feel your thumb is

browse their bounty; buy a few packs of

green enough… if you want to eat clean enough,

organic seeds to meet your needs.

it’s time to get keen enough to give growing your own “kitchen garden” a try!

Just three years into growing our own kitchen garden, my wife Lisa and I are thrilled. Plant your seeds, watch them grow, then… Dinnertime!

CONTINUED >

ARTICLE STEPHEN NEILSON PHOTOGRAPHY LISA & STEPHEN NEILSON

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GO ORGANIC

SEEDLINGS

CONTAINERS

For your family’s health (and our

It’s easy to buy plants at local stores

Raised beds, pots, window boxes,

planet’s), choose organic potting soil,

to stock your garden, but cheaper and

new or repurposed, pristinely elegant

seed starters, and nutrients/fertiliz-

more fun to jumpstart it growing plants

or recovered and rustic, any and all

ers, and natural pest treatments. Your

from seeds indoors. Start small with a

can grow your garden in your style.

garden will thank you, as will your

single seed tray planted with a few

Make sure the size/depth match your

family when you dine on your garden’s

family favorites placed near a sunny

crop’s root depth and allows room to

bounty knowing it’s free of harmful

window. Follow seed packet instruc-

spread; place containers to receive

pesticides and artificial chemicals.

tions; transplant outdoors when ready.

plenty of light.

HERBS

PEPPERS

GREENS

Herbs love outdoor window boxes

Some like them hot, some like them

Many nutritious, delicious greens

or a sunny deck, and many can be

not, but peppers aim to please with

thrive in containers; this Bok Choy

grown indoors in small containers

spice levels all along the spectrum to

plant of ours actually had leaves still

on windowsills and counters. Fresh

enhance your favorite dishes: cooked,

growing and pushing up through sev-

Parsley and Cilantro garnishes; Mint

stuffed, pickled, chopped into sauces,

eral inches of late January snow. From

for your juleps and Mediterranean

roasted and blended into soups, add-

Rainbow Chard’s vivid colors to hardy,

dishes; sprigs of Rosemary cooked

ing spice and color. Plant your pots of

delicious Kale, just snip-and-serve

with chicken or salmon, or infusing

peppers, then… pick a peck!

your own homegrown salads.

your cooking oils. Spectacular! CityLifestyle.com/SWLake

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE (CONTINUED)

TOMATOES

SQUASH

SALSA

Sliced on sandwiches, chopped

From this Pattypan squash to other

Grow your own Salsa Garden!

into salads, cooked into marinaras, the

popularly grown varieties such as Acorn,

Peppers can be prolific producers, so

tasty tomato comes in many delicious

Butternut, Delicata, Cinderella, Zucchini,

pot up your faves, from hot Jalapeños,

varieties. Start with high-producing,

and Yellow Summer squash, they’re

Serranos

fast-growing cherry tomato classics

great options to grow at home, becom-

Marconis, Bells, and Poblanos. Harvest

such as Sungold and Supersweet 100,

ing delicious, nutritious, attractive soups

throughout the summer and fall, chop

which yield dozens to hundreds of

and side dishes (and table decorations)

‘em up with red onions and your herb

delicious fruit from mid-summer to fall.

from summer to early winter.

crop (garlic, cilantro) and a splash of

and

Tabascos

mild

lime juice, and… you’re en fuego!

DILL

BOUNTY

This herb earns its own ovation,

Mix your container-veggies with a

As season’s end nears, capture

lending its lovely, lacy web of spice to

splash of flowers of complementary

& revisit your successes and chal-

so much more than pickling brines.

or contrasting colors to add visual

lenges. Take notes for next year’s

Toss into egg dishes (try a Green

energy to your kitchen garden; here,

garden. Take time to celebrate the

Shakshuka recipe). Add to savory

a colorful array of cherry tomatoes is

bounty brought to your kitchen

salads as a dressing with greek

bordered on the left with torches of

through your gardening efforts. Take

yogurt. Garnish your seafood. Get

red salvia.

pics; share with friends & fam on the

your thrill with dill.

MIX & MATCH

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backyard sanctuary YOUR YARD CAN BE MUCH MORE THAN JUST PRETTY; IT CAN ALSO BE A MUCHNEEDED HABITAT FOR WILDLIFE.

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" Creating a b ack yard h abit at by using native species c an positively impact t he popul ation and survival of varied bird species."

ILLINOIS

SUPPORTED

Planting for native seed production can

VAST AREAS OF NATIVE TREES, SHRUBS

SOILS

ONCE

have a great impact on birds’ food source.

AND DIVERSE PRAIRIE PLANTS. In Lake

Seeds of aster, Joe Pye weed, coneflower,

County that diversity has been replaced

grasses and sedges offer an abundance of

by suburban lawns which require con-

food for birds.

tinual maintenance, fertilizers, herbicides

Seeds of sumac and juniper typically are

and watering. The diversity of plants has

retained by the plants deep into winter, and

decreased which also reduces the amount

are a great emergency food source, as they

of beneficial insects that are a food source

typically stand above any snowfall.

for birds and small mammals.

The list of native trees, shrubs, forbs and

Lawn maintenance also contributes to

grasses useful as a food source for birds is

landfills, water pollution and increased

extensive and can be planted in attractive

runoff. Using native plants increases the

masses, which can be a beautiful addition

diversity needed to support bird species

to any suburban landscape. Fruiting shrubs

and a more stable environment. Ideally, 70%

attract birds such as Cedar Waxwings and

of open space planted with native species

Orioles. A favorite of many bird species

gives the necessary habitat for all types of

are serviceberry and viburnum. The native

birds to thrive. Enough families with small-

varieties are useful in many varied light con-

scale, backyard efforts to increase diversity

ditions and enhance a garden with their fall

can really make a difference.

color and vibrant fruit.

Like us, birds require food and shelter to

Another major food source for birds are

survive. Food is garnered from native plants,

insects, and again native plants play a vital

such as nuts, seeds and fruits. The insects

role. A white oak, for example, can host up

that native plants attract are also a large

to 500 species of insects, providing a broad

source of food.

menu. Most birds feed their chicks caterpil-

Nuts are found in pinecones from white pines and other native evergreens, and are

lars, and native plants are the hosts for these butterflies and moths.

favorites of Chickadees, Robins and Red

There is quite a bit of structural diversity

Pulls. The nuts of oak and hickory trees are a

in the shelter or nesting requirements of var-

food source, too. Nut-bearing shrubs such as

ious bird species. A variety of materials are

hazelnut are critical to a bird’s diet because

needed, typically derived from native plants.

they are high in protein and fats which help

Owls prefer larger trees. Cavity nesters use

birds survive the rough winter months.

moss grass and sticks to build out their nest. CONTINUED >

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BACKYARD SANCTUARY (CONTINUED)

Dead trees should be left if safe to do so as these are also attractive to cavity nesters. Leaf litter, dense brush and branches provide cover for birds and help protect them from prey. Log piles are overwintering habitat for insects which the Winter Wren and Red Breasted Nut Hatch depend on for food. Even brush piles with bent-over branches, yard clippings and tall grasses offer protection to Fox Sparrow and other birds. Sumac and dogwood tend to form dense clusters and provide shelter and protection for birds from prey. Creating a back yard habitat by using native species can positively impact the population and survival of varied bird species. A native habitat can be beautiful and aesthetically pleasing, adding to your family’s own overall health and well-being. Consider certifying your yard with the Illinois Audubon Society bird and butterfly sanctuary program. It may be easier than you think if you agree to use a minimal amount of chemicals and your yard provides the four critical elements for habitat: Food, Shelter, Water and Space.

Photo: Stephen Barten

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Landscape Architect Peter Wodarz is a long-time resident of North Barrington. To contact him please call 847.366.5286. Learn more about certifying your backyard or property by visiting IllinoisAudubon.org.

Photo: Stephen Barten

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ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY LIV MELCHERS

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EDITOR’S NOTE: THIS YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR HAS CREATED A FUN AND ELEVATED SHOPPING EXPERIENCE BY REPURPOSING VINTAGE CLOTHING AND REDUCING WASTE.

I’VE FOUND GREAT JOY IN REUSING AND REPURPOSING VINTAGE CLOTHES, AND MY HOPE IS TO DESTIGMATIZE THESE THINGS THROUGH MY BUSINESS, ABLE SHOPPE. Fashion and trends are often cyclical. Garments from previous decades often come back into style and can be recontextualized in a contemporary way. Honestly, vintage goods often are higher quality than things made today. It’s been estimated that 92 million tons of textile waste are created annually from the fashion industry alone, so I feel a personal motivation to play my part in reducing some of this waste while also creating a fun and elevated experience for shoppers. When you visit Able Shoppe you can expect a visual treat and full experience, from the scent of the candles we burn, music we play, and our attention to design. There’s a bright gallery feel that allows everything to really shine. Vintage has such interesting textures, colors and shapes. Our intent was to design a space that feels beautiful, artful and modern. Able Shoppe was founded in 2016. At the time I was interning at a fair-trade boutique in Nashville where I was introduced to the concept of sustainable and low-impact fashion. The idea took root that I could own a business that repurposed and gave new life to vintage clothing while reducing waste. While in Nashville I started Able Shoppe as an online experience. I had some friends model for me and got my first items up on Etsy. In 2017 I quit my other jobs to pursue Able Shoppe full-time including hosting CONTINUED >

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED) pop-up shops and selling at markets around Chicagoland. In 2020 I began investigating my dream of opening a brick-and-mortar location, and in January 2021 was thrilled to open the Able Shoppe storefront in downtown Elgin. I source the goods we sell from anywhere and everywhere. The key is consistency and developing an eye for items that have potential. I go to estate sales and secondhand stores, and work with private sellers who have offered me the opportunity to curate items from their collections. I personally source all our inventory – apparel, jewelry, home goods and furniture - from our travels around the U.S. and the world. Our ideal customer is anyone willing to give vintage a chance. Online I have been excited to ship items all across the globe, and in our short time since opening the storefront I’ve been so encouraged by the variety of people who come to Able Shoppe and find something that they love. Looking ahead I plan to host events, workshops, concerts, pop-ups and more {when it is safe to do so}. I also want to launch a YouTube Channel to share my sourcing process, styling and interior design. Five years from now I would love to be designing my own line of clothing from deadstock vintage material and possibly open a second location! About the Author: Liv Melchers is the owner and creative force behind Able Shoppe, 23 S. Spring Street in Elgin. Visit AbleShoppe.com and be sure to follow her on Instagram (@AbleShoppe).

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you reply? Would you talk about your job or your family? Would you tell them about a dream you’re chasing or a goal you’re trying to meet? What we give our lives to says a lot about who we are. For forty years now, I’ve gotten out of bed in the morning with one single focus: adding value to leaders

I’ve spent decades learning what it takes to trans-

who will multiply value to others.

form communities and countries, and with my

Because of that focus, I’ve authored over 80 books

writing partner, Rob Hoskins, have produced a

on relationships, equipping people, attitude, and lead-

book that offers step by step instruction on how

ership, all with the purpose of expanding my reach to

leaders—people who care to make a difference—

add value to leaders.

can produce transformation in their own backyard.

Four decades, dedicated to making better leaders.

It’s a book written for everyone—including you.

But now, as I enter into my fifth decade, my purpose

You are a potential catalyst for change in your

has expanded. I still get out of bed with the goal of

community, no matter where you live, no matter

adding value to leaders who will multiply value to

what you do. All it takes is your willingness to

others, but there’s an even greater purpose behind it all.

step up as a leader. Harriet Tubman once said,

Transformation. I want to see our world transformed

“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always

into one where every human being is encouraged and

remember, you have within you the strength, the

allowed to live to their full potential. Imagine what it would

patience, and the passion to reach for the stars

be like to live in a world where everyone—men, women,

and change the world.”

children—were equipped and empowered to live a life of deep purpose. We would truly see a transformed world.

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If you dream of changing your community, or city, or country, you must not only dream, you must

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in our world requires someone to be the catalyst. Someone like you.

Dr. John C. Maxwell

Leaders like you become catalysts for change when they do three things: pick a problem to address, invite others to join

1. Pick a Problem to Address A leader can never become a catalyst until he or she first takes

them, and do what they

ownership of the problem they wish to solve. You cannot rally

can where they are.

days; people know when a leader is being half-hearted, and they

people to a cause that you aren’t willing to own, especially these don’t respect it. When you pick a problem to solve or a cause to rally around, you must have conviction in order to succeed. Over the years, I’ve learned that whenever I feel a sense of conviction about an issue, I need to start moving in the direction I believe I should go, even if I’m uncertain. Action creates ownership, and ownership creates credibility with people. And you need that credibility because transformation cannot be done by one person alone—we all need people to join us on the journey. CONTINUED >

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2. Invite Others to Join You When you’ve settled on the problem you want to tackle you should immediately begin looking for others to join you. In the book, Rob and I recommend starting with friends and family; you already have influence with them, and chances are you’re of like mind in many areas. Go to those family members who frequently ask you for advice or seek your opinion on personal matters, as you likely have greater influence with them. To move beyond family, however, you’ll need to take a leap of faith and begin sharing your passion for solving the problem with other people. Passion attracts, and when people come to you with interest, don’t be afraid to ask them what they think or invite them to improve your ideas. Empowering people to help you creates a bond, and once that bond is established, you will quickly discover who you can truly work with and invite them to take action with you.

3. Do What You Can Where You Are Action is the final step. It doesn’t have to be big or grand; it doesn’t even have to be guaranteed of success. Nothing happens in life until someone does something, and once you take your first step, the next step will come into focus. Remember that transformation is a process, not an event. It takes time and repeated action to bring about positive change. So focus on purpose, not perfection, and do what you know to do. These three steps may seem too simple, but I assure you they work. The goal of all transformational movements is making things better however possible. Incremental change is better than the status quo; and when you’re truly committed to making your community a better place, you know that any improvement is a significant improvement.

If you’d like to learn more about transformation

No matter what problems or challenges face your

and how to become a leader of transformation,

community, you are the catalyst for change that can

then I encourage you to pick up my book, Change

make all the difference. But you must choose to get

Your World, from your favorite bookstore or online

involved; transformation won’t choose you—you

retailer. If you’re concerned about making the world

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