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Once again, children of all ages will find “No Tricks - Only Treats!” at Main Street Fright Fest, which will be swooping into Downtown Temple on Halloween night, October 31. Now in their fourth year, the Chamber’s Downtown Temple Council and City of Temple Visitors Bureau are finalizing plans for the annual family event, which offers a safe alternative to the traditional trick or treat. This fun-filled evening, which includes food vendors, will feature a costume contest, games, bounce house and other activities set against a background of Halloween décor and spooky music. Main Street Fright Fest has become a wildly successful event, thanks largely to local businesses and organizations that will set up and host booths with games, activities and free candy for the little goblins and princesses. Admission is two non-
Main Street Fright Fest Offering Fun Activities for All Ages in Downtown Temple By: Susan Howe, Friends of the Temple Public Library
perishable food items per family. Items collected will be donated to Food for Families, which will then be evenly dispersed to our local food pantries. “Everyone is encouraged to come in costume and be part of the fun,” Sennett Farias, Tourism Marketing, said. “Events such as Main Street Fright Fest contribute to the downtown and quality of place, giving families something fun and safe to do on Halloween.” Vendor booths are still available. There is no charge for a booth, but each vendor must provide a game or activity and candy for the kids. “This is a great inexpensive way to put your company in front of the community,” Sheila Poling, Temple Chamber of Commerce Events Coordinator, said. “Not only is it good advertising for your business, but it’s also a great way to give back to the community by bringing awareness to our downtown, helping draw in new customers and giving families a fun and safe way to spend Halloween night.” Community organizations also are encouraged to participate. Since the first event a mere four years ago, participation has grown rapidly. “Each year we try to make it bigger and better,” said Farias. “We’re always looking for volunteers to help out.” Main Street Fright Fest will be open from 5:00-8:30 p.m. on Halloween night, Friday, October 31, and will be newly relocated to the Farmer’s Market Pavilion at 212 S. Main St. in Downtown Temple, just east of the Santa Fe Depot.
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“A Level Above!” Overwhelming Feedback for 2014 Military Appreciation Luncheon By: Katie Smith, Temple Chamber of Commerce On September 16, over 200 The luncheon is designed to soldiers were included in the 600 honor the men and women of attendees who filled the Frank the Armed Forces in Central W. Mayborn Civic & Texas. This year, troops from Convention Center. They were the Texas Army National Guard in Temple and the 13th SC and 1st Medical Brigade at Fort Hood were represented, nearly doubling the number of soldiers from last year. The Chamber would like to thank Baylor Scott the honored guests for the & White Health, BNSF Railway Chamber's 2014 Military Company, MW Builders and Appreciation Luncheon, which Wilsonart LLC, who participatpresented Keifer Marshall, Jr. as ed as our 4 Star General the featured speaker. Sponsors, as well as all of the Being called “The most succesful year yet,” by a longtime Chamber member, the Military Appreciation Luncheon has been hosted by the Temple Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Council for over 30 years. In addition to Marshall, the former Chamber members, volunteers, Temple Mayor and WWII and staff who helped honor our Marine Corps veteran was also soldiers by contributing and joined by special guests General making this luncheon possible. Michael W. Hagee, USMC (Ret.), President and CEO of the Admiral Nimitz Foundation, as well as Colonel (P) Rodney Fogg, commander of the 13th Sustainment Command at Fort Hood.
As the featured speaker for the 2014 Military Appreciation Luncheon, Keifer Marshall, Jr. agreed to be filmed as part of the program. This video is the first of a new Chamber initiative to capture the stories of Temple's community leaders as well as provide a historical archive for those to follow. Thank you to everyone who made this video and the luncheon possible. You can view the video under the "Chamber Connection" drop down from the "News" tab at www.templetx.org or by visiting their YouTube page at youtube.com/TempleTexasChamber.
“What Members & Soldiers Are Saying...” “The event was well received and very much appreciated by the Soldiers.”
Your balancing act between the two school districts was well done. Thank you.”
“I want to let you know how enjoyable and appropriate the Military Appreciation banquet was this year. I enjoyed it very much, and have been hearing good things from others in the community as well. The inclusion of the Junior ROTC, plus music by both BISD and TISD was very appropriate. Food by Johnny’s was very good. This was a lot of hard work by you and the Chamber staff. Thanks!!”
“On behalf of the Belton High School Jazz Ensemble I want to thank you for the invitation and opportunity to perform for the Chamber and our vets yesterday morning at the Mayborn Center. Our students thoroughly enjoyed playing and being a part of the celebration. Thank you for your time and what you do not only for the city of Temple, but also the surrounding cities. We would feel honored to be considered for any future performances that the Temple Chamber of Commerce may have.”
“Involving the local JROTC Cadets provided an opportunity for them to meet and interact with current and former military members and to gain insights and advice.”
“The event yesterday is a tribute to your leadership and the change underway at the Chamber. Good job. The Marshall Family is deeply appreciative of the deserved recognition.”
“General Hagee (former Commandant of the Marine Corps), was an excellent speaker. All of the 1st Medical Brigade Soldiers were engaged in and entertained by his speech.”
“I cannot remember ever being so proud of my hometown! You can count on me being a sponsor next year. The senior officers wives from Fort Hood all had a grand time, as did I!”
“Terrific military salute yesterday. Great event. Thanks for leadership.”
“It was an honor and a blessing for me to be a part of that incredible event for our military service men and women! You did an OUTSTANDING job! Thank You So Much for including me in the ceremony!”
“Rod, Yesterday’s luncheon was very well done. The video of PVT. Marshall was exceptional and shared so much history.
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“The event was great. I saw that it was well organized from walking up in the parking lot. We were greeted immediately and felt welcome. It did not take long to get our meals and the program was not that long. I had already instructed my team to sit amongst the community members but saw that you had that covered already. Everyone came back with stories of the personnel they got the opportunity to sit with. We had a great time and look forward to next year.” “The Military Appreciation luncheon is one of my favorite Chamber functions. Today’s event was the best Military Appreciation luncheon I’ve attended. Everything was handled so professionally, the food was excellent, and I liked the way the military folks were allowed to enter first and get their meals before the rest of us. Thank you for putting on such a great event in honor of great Americans.”
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The Army Marathon to Honor Veterans of the Vietnam War The Army Marathon is proud to announce that the theme College as well as other generous sponsors, of The Army Marathon III will be to thank and honor vet- has drawn over 2000 runners, with a erans of the Vietnam War for their service and sacrifice course starting in Killeen, TX near Fort on behalf of the United States and to thank and honor Hood and ending in the nearby city of the families of these veterans. Temple, following a 26.2-mile course through Central Texas. Runners have come from almost every state and several “The Army Marathon was created to honor our mildifferent countries to run in this charitable event. itary folks and their families, and especially to help The Inaugural Army Marathon and 5Klicks which raise money and awareness for the many organizatook place on April 21, 2013, was by all measures a tions who serve these heroes,” said Ed Bandas, pressuccess. Over 900 runners attended the event, ident of The Army Marathon. “Our goal is to be the including over 600 for the marathon making it a largest marathon in the country that directly honors potential “Top 10” in Texas. The 2014 event had the service and sacrifice of our Vietnam veterans as well as all of our Heroes that have served this coun- over 1200 runners cross the starting lines for the try faithfully.” The event takes place on March 1, Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5klicks. “This has become a premier event not only for Texas but for 2015. Honorees will include veterans who fought in the patriotic and charitable running community all direct combat, were held as prisoners of war or list- around the country,” said Bandas. The Army Marathon planning committee is develed as missing in action. The year 2015 marks the oping an “After Party” at the finish line in Temple, 50th Anniversary of the official involvement of the Texas, that will also be themed with live music from United States in direct combat missions even though the 60’s and 70’s, vendors, and displays (weather perUS troops were involved many years before 1965. It mitting). This exciting new addition will pay respect also commemorates the 40th Anniversary of the end to this generation of Heroes and be a fun place for of the Vietnam War for the United States. citizens of the surrounding communities to cheer on The marathon, produced in partnership with the runners in a festive atmosphere. Organizations Baylor Scott & White Health and Central Texas
Are You a Veteran-Owned Business? Help Us Honor You
In Recognition of Veteran’s Day on November 11, the Temple Chamber of Commerce is gathering a list of all its members that are a veteran-owned business, which will then be publicized in the November issue of the Focus on Business. To be added to the list, please email Katie Smith, Temple Chamber of Commerce Communications & Marketing, at katie@templetx.org, or call the Chamber office at (254) 773-2105.
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Just Because Bead Boutique.: Just Because Bead Boutique is located at 1704 West Avenue M in Temple. They are dedicated to supplying the needs of the art jewelry community of Central Texas. Stop by today and "Do Something Amazing". For more information, contact Michele Webster at (254) 2313442 or go online to www.justbecausebeadboutique.com.
Scott Elementary : Paid for through the 2011 bond, Scott Elementaryschool now sports a new wing of classrooms, a new library and other renovations throughout the existing building. Like all projects in the 2011 bond, renovations were completed on or under budget. For more information, contact Matthew LeBlanc at (254) 654-2063 or visit www.tisd.org.
Temple Feed & Supply Inc.: Temple and Belton Feed & Supply has continued to carry on the family feed store tradition in Bell County for 30 years. On Sept.13, they celebrated the grand opening of a new retail center, which is part of their 4,300 sq. ft building expansion at 305 S. 2nd Street in Temple. Recognized as one of the top Purina Feed dealerships in the nation, this expansion was designed to better meet the needs of its retail farm, home and ranch customers. For more information, call Ron Lucksinger or Lindsey Strait at (254) 778-7975 or go online to www.templefeed.com.
Mural Dedication: On Sept. 9, the Temple Chamber of Commerce hosted the dedication ceremony for a mural painted by local artist Amber Gabriel, which is located in the Extraco parking lot on Avenue A and Main in Downtown Temple. The project was coordinated and sponsored by In the Mood Ballroom, Extraco Banks and the Temple Chamber of Commerce.
September New Members Adorn Refined Living & Decor Jenny Arnold 5293 31st St #131 Temple, TX 76502 (254) 295-0737 Home Furnishings Dibz Restaurant Benny Ismaili 17 E. Avenue B Temple, TX 76501 (254) 771-0169 www.dibzrestaurant.com Restaurants Gage Construction Inc Tommy Gage 323 N. Main Temple, TX 76501 (254) 778 -4243 Remodeling & Renovations GGA Inc. Bobby Jon Traylor 6802 Broad Avenue Waco, TX 76712 (254) 773-3802 www.ggapest.com Pest Control Services
IGott Island Cuisine Irma Gottshalk 2825 Thornton Lane #170 Temple, TX 76502 (254) 258 2885 www.facebook.com/igottislandcuisine Restaurants
Sprint Chelsea Young 4501 S. General Bruce Drive #96 Temple, TX 76502 (254) 742-9690 www.sprint.com Cellular & Wireless Service
LiveSure Rob Marshall 16 East Ave. A #212 Temple, TX 76501 (855) 347 4936 www.livesure.com Technology & Business Consultants
State Farm Insurance Derrick Watley 5297 S. 31st Street #115 Temple, TX 76502 (254) 774 9090 www.derrickismyagent.com Insurance Financial Services
Brett H. Pritchard, P.C. Attorney at Law 1201 South W.S. Young Dr., Ste. C Killeen, TX 76543 (254) 501 4040 www.bpattorney.com Attorneys Accountants CPA Roopa's Kitchen Mrs Roopashree Gangadhara 3804 S. 5th Street Temple, TX 76503 (254) 624-0235 www.roopaskitchen.com Restaurants
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September Renewing Members ACH Pest & Termite Mgmt. Ambit Energy/Wanda Lueck Armadillo Box Ashford Homes Bell County Beer Dist. Assn. Belton ISD BJ's Restaurant The Car Wash Barn Central Texas Christian School Central Texas Jazz Society Chili's Grill and Bar Choice Rentals, Inc. City Federation of Women's Clubs of Temple Comprehensive Engineering Solutions, Inc.
Dynasty Chinese Restaurant Edward Jones/Sara Hebert Edward Jones/Todd Vincent Epperson Paint & Body, Inc. Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp. First United Methodist Church Temple The Law Office of Samuel C. Fulcher, PLLC Greater Zion Temple Church of God in Christ Heartland Executive Suites H E B Temple 2 Hope Pregnancy Centers, Inc. III Corps & Fort Hood
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Union State Bank Supports Military at Business After Hours Thank you to everyone who came out to enjoy Union State Bank's 2nd Annual Fish Fry for Business After Hours in September! Not only did Chamber members enjoy catfish and cash prizes, but a special presentation from Coleen Beck, Union State Bank President and CEO, made it an evening to remember. As part of the program, Beck issued a challenge to the business owners and banking community to support the National Mounted Warfare Foundation in their development of the Mounted Warrior Museum at Ft. Hood. According to Beck, for every dollar donated by Veterans’ Day, Union State Bank
will match up to $250,000. She then presented the donation to special guest Lieutenant General (Retired) Paul E. “Butch” Funk, President and CEO of the National Mounted Warfare Foundation.
For more information about Union State Bank, visit: www.usbanktexas.net. For more information about the National Mounted Warfare Foundation and to donate to construction efforts for the museum, visit: www.nmwfoundation.org.
comfortable in talking with customers and that makes me more comfortable in doing my job.” By: Susan Howe, Friends of the Temple Public Library Other awards announced at the community celebration were community partIt takes hard work and dedication from students, tutors, volunteers and donors ner awards to HEB and Chisholm Trail Chorus; Tutor Awards to Melissa to have a successful year for the Temple Literacy Council. In order to honor Friedman and Barbara Burton; Ambassador of the Year Award to Mary Hunt, those efforts, the TLC presented several awards during its recent Community and Board Member Awards to Celebration held in conjunction International Literacy Day. Monterey’s Little Mexico Restaurant in Temple received a “I have really enjoyed working with him,” Mrs. Wilson Sally Allenson and Kay Nan Community Partner Award as sponsor of two “Eat for a Cause said. “He invited me to his daughter’s quinceanera. It Ledger. For more than 25 years, the fundraisers” this year to support TLC. In addition, one of the was a role reversal; the ceremony was completely in Temple Literacy Council has restaurant’s employees, Jesse Arredondo, is a TLC student, work- Spanish and I didn’t really understand the language been working to help adults learn but was able to follow along. That was very cool. It ing on reading and language skills with a volunteer tutor. basic reading and writing skills or also gave me a chance to bring into our conversation “We are happy to help our community,” Juan Gutierrez, manEnglish as a Second Language some words that are not in the book.” ager, said, noting that Jesse’s reading and writing skills have (ESL). Each adult learner is improved since he started classes. A native of Mexico, Jesse came paired with a volunteer literacy to the U.S. to find a better life at age 19. He has been working at Little Mexico restaurants since that time, starting as a bus boy and working him- tutor. The free tutoring sessions are held in a quiet, confidential setting, often at self up to dishwasher, cook, kitchen manager and now assistant manager. Earlier the Temple Public Library where the Literacy Council has its office. Temple Literacy Council currently has 59 active students and 44 active tutors this year, he became a naturalized citizen. He is married and has three daughters. and there are 7 students waiting to be matched with tutors. Tutor training sesTwice a week he meets his tutor, Marilyn Wilson, to work on his reading and sions are scheduled twice a year. The next one will be held before the end of English language skills. “He works really, really hard and has made a lot of 2014. Persons interested in becoming students, tutors, volunteers or donors progress,” Mrs. Wilson said. “We work mostly on reading and language skills. We should contact the Temple Literacy Council at (254) 774-7323 or email temtalk about what is going on in his family life and at work. I try to relate the vocabpleliteracy@juno.com. ulary to words he will use at home or at work.” ** The Literacy Council is funded by donations from community organizations Jesse learned about the Literacy Council program at his church, Our Lady of and individuals as well as grants from ITW Foundation through Wilsonart, Guadalupe Catholic Church and has been a student for about a year and a half. Carpenter Foundation and Dollar General Foundation. “Marilyn Wilson is a great teacher,” he said, “She has helped me to become more
Temple Literacy Honors Community Partners
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UNIQUE TEMPLE
A look at the businesses, organizations, events and ongoing initiatives in Downtown Temple
Business Highlight: The Fish Bowl Pet Express By: Seleese Thompson-Mann, Precious Memories Florist & Gift Shop/Fish Bowl Pet Express
Established in 1977, The Fish Bowl Pet Express relocated in 1985 to 17 N 2nd Street in Downtown Temple. In July 2013, Seleese Thomspon-Mann bought the building and the business from Bob and Marian Bonneau. Seleese’s son Grant Thompson began visiting The Fish Bowl at the age of 9 months when they would go to the Fish Bowl after attending Mother’s Day out at First United Methodist Church. At the age of seven Grant began volunteering at the Fish Bowl and expanded his knowledge and passion of animals. Over the next several years Grant became an employee of the Fish Bowl and began visiting assisted living facilities and youth programs with his animals. 17 N 2nd street was built in 1936 and operated as Stavinohs’. Later residents of Temple may remember Kuykendal’s Car Dealership and Western Auto operating out of the 18,000 square foot building with a drive down basement. In December of 2013 The Fish Bowl received approval from the City of Temple for a Strategic Investment Zone grant which has allowed the acceleration of improvements to the building with a new roof, exterior paint, sidewalk improvements, signs, lighting, interior improvements and upgrades. The Fish Bowl Pet Express secured USDA Certification in May of 2014. USDA allows Fish Bowl to expanded breeding opportunities as well as unique and exotic animals as pets. In addition to exotic pets The Fish Bowl hand feeds birds helping them feel more comfortable with people and making it easier to bring into your family as a pet. Staff members are trained to help owners with services such as nail trimming and wing clipping. Supplies and products for large and small birds are kept in inventory and available as special orders for customers specific requirements.
Small animals are perfect starter pets. Choosing a small animal like a hamster, rabbit, hedgehog, prairie dog or guinea pig makes a perfect first time pet experience Selecting the right cage, bedding, food, water bottles and toys for your new small animal is easy and all in available in one location. Reptiles are unique, fun and have charismatic personalities. Taking home a reptile is an awesome pet choice! Fish Bowl has both large and small reptiles to choose from as well as habitats and supplies for your amphibian friend. Gut loaded crickets and roaches are delivered weekly. When it comes to the health of your fish having a clean living environment is where it all begins. At Fish Bowl you’ll find everything you need to keep your aquarium fresh and tidy. Exclusive selections of Salt Water and Fresh Water fish delivered weekly. Lucy” the Ringtail Lemur, “Punch” the umbrella cockatoo, “Ruby” the Scarlet Ruby McCaw and “Tortuga” the yellow footed tortoise are just of few of the adorable Fish Bowl Critter staff members! The Fish Bowl Pet Express is “A Fascinating Destination!” Seleese, Grant and the Fish Bowl staff look forward continue developing exotic animal, small animal, bird and reptile breeding programs, education programs, and youth camps in conjunction with Temple Parks and Leisure are on the 2014/2015 agenda. Additional plans include expanding Aquarium Maintenance and Rental programs and a variety of Birthday Party Packages, Event Programs, Meeting Space and Party options will all be expanded.
Come to Fish Bowl and meet the knowledgeable staff with all of their feathered and furry friends. Fish Bowl will passion for animals and education will match your pet with products perfectly. USDA certified offering exotic animals Fresh Water and Salt Water fish Tanks and supplies. High quality gut loaded cricketers and roaches for your reptiles. Hand fed baby birds small animals of all shapes and sizes. Fish Bowl Pet Express “A Fascinating Destination” for parties and programs
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City Government & Culture Day By: Lacy Adams, Johnson Bros. Ford-Lincoln & Jose Gonzales, Walmart Dist. Center #6083
On a hot Texas day in August, seventeen future leaders from all facets of the community came together to share ideas and initiatives in hopes of driving continued progress to Temple. Excitement filled the meeting room as the Temple Chamber of Commerce President Rod Henry formally welcomed our group. Mr. Henry shared the city’s outlook on various topics such as education programs, downtown revitalization, and public transportation. Chamber Chairman of the Board David Nix shared valuable leadership experiences, as well as outlined expectations for what our group could learn throughout the next nine months. With that, the Leadership Temple Class of 2014-2015 was given our charge and headed out on our first adventure. Our group arrived at Feed My Sheep eager to take on the task of preparing and serving meals to 159 Temple residents in need. Volunteer, Melinda Doskocil, shared with us the many needs Feed My Sheep encounter daily, and how donations from throughout Temple are crucial in keeping their doors open. As the day moved forward, we heard from TISD Superintendent Dr. Robin Battershell; Charley Aryres, Vice-President, Economic Development Corporation; and James Thurston, Chief Executive Officer, United Way of Central Texas. We finished our first day together brainstorming project ideas that will positively impact our community. After such an exciting and informative orientation, we were ready to take on our first official day
on the town, which happened on September 23. This day would introduce us to our city government system and the ever-growing cultural offerings that Temple currently provides. Upon arriving at City Hall, Jonathan Graham, Interim City Manager, addressed the group with a fact-filled presentation titled “Decade of Growth”. He shared facts regarding city growth that include a 20% increase in new homes since 2005, 14 Temple Police Department personnel added in just a few short years and recent bond elections that have positively impacted city recreation and the Temple Fire & Rescue Department. We concluded our time at City Hall with a very entertaining mock City Council Meeting. The final hours of this Leadership Temple Class day would be spent touring The Cultural Activities Center and taking part in one of their many offered art classes, a meet and greet with Temple Symphony Orchestra Music Director/ Conductor Thomas Fairly, and a tour of the newest addition to the Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center at Temple College. With only one class day under our belt, it was easy for the
This past Tuesday, Sept. 30, Jill Mooney, who teaches a fused glass class at the Cultural Activities Center, dropped off some finished projects created by Leadership Temple. This was part of the City Goverment and Culture day on September 23.
With only one class day under our belt, it was easy for the Leadership Temple Class of 2014-2015 to come to the conclusion that Temple is indeed a thriving and growing city! Leadership Temple Class of 2014-2015 to come to the conclusion that Temple is indeed a thriving and growing city!
The next class day for Leadership Temple is Bell County Day on October 14.
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A Chamber program, this series of 9 classes culminates in a final group project and graduation ceremony. It maintains a strong alumni network and prepares future Temple leaders for community-oriented, decisionmaking positions. Leadership Temple class members get meals ready to serve to needy residents at Feed My Sheep as part of their orientation day.
For more information, call the Temple Chamber of Commerce at (254) 773-2105.
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FRIDAY, October 3, 2014
It’s Comeback Time!
By: Vane Hugo, The Entrepreneur Center of Central Texas
Last weekend, the Aggies played Arkansas. The Aggies scored first...and then fizzled. They were making mistakes, the QB and the receivers weren’t connecting and the defense was missing tackles. At halftime, Arkansas was leading by a touchdown. This continued until they had outscored the Aggies 4 TDs to 2. In the final quarter, the Aggies changed. All of a sudden they were hitting on all cylinders. The passing offense was working; the defense held Arkansas on every series. When the 4th quarter ended, the score was 28-28. Overtime showed the same level of play. Aggie touchdown, Razorbacks four and out! The Aggies finished strong and that was the difference. How has your year been? Have you achieved, or on track to reach, all your business and personal goals? Today there are 89 days left in the year. You are playing the final quarter! The Clock is Ticking! There's still time but, you have to consider the last 89 days a now-or-never opportunity to step up your game and finish strong. Finishing strong is a mindset. These final 89 days are when you've got to give
it all you've got. Use the non-negotiable deadline of year-end to embrace an overwhelming sense of urgency to achieve your goals before time expires. Whether personal, professional or corporate, the goals that are set at the beginning of the year often don’t even look like the results achieved at year-end. Executing your plan to finish strong closes the gap. This is Comeback Time! Nothing Will Go According to Plan, If You Don’t Have One! So, what's your plan to finish the year strong? When you really study it, the things you should be doing in this final quarter of the year are the same things you should have been doing all year. Use these few simple, mindset strategies to empower you to step up the quality, quantity, and intensity of your efforts. It’s not time to sign up for another course in goal-setting or subliminal motivation. Use what you already know and get going! #1 - SET CHALLENGING MILESTONES Any task, project or goal takes as much time as you allow it to take. By setting
non-negotiable, challenging deadlines you are driven to success. Decide on what your goals need to be, not just what is comfortable. #2 - COMMIT TO RESULTS With year-end fast approaching, you have to commit to a plan to achieve results. Set clear, high goals. Raise the bar. Make no excuses! Get serious about measurable results. Doesn’t matter how hard you work. Results are it! #3 - CREATE A SENSE OF URGENCY Holding your “feet to the fire”, makes you step quickly. You must stay action biased and maintain the urgency around completing what you are doing. Celebrate your interim achievements quickly and move on to the next challenge. #4 - DON’T BE DISTRACTED In your mind be clear about what you will or will not do for these last 89 days. Don’t let others steal your time. "No!" is the word for setting limits. Stay focused! #5 - BE DECISIVE In your race to the finish line there's no room for doubt. Pick your direction and go there. Put aside the excuses and blame. Stay forward focused. No stutter-stepping. Run hard, straight for the goal line.
#6 - DON’T QUIT Those with character do what it takes to finish. Don’t be distracted by setbacks, they will happen. Don’t look back. Just grit your teeth and get moving forward again! BRINGING IT TOGETHER As you work to finish the year strong, know that every day will require dedication & discipline. You need to create an aggressive plan with defined steps, milestones and goals along the way. It also mandates the persistence & accountability for relentless forward-focused execution. Play and play hard, until you hear the whistle! It’s not too late. Adopt these simple attitudes and you can still have your best year ever! Let me hear about your 2014 results after the New Year’s Eve celebration. If you need any resources or just need to ask a question, The Entrepreneur Center is here to connect you with what you need. Give us a call at (254)913-9140.
Schools Honored in Phone Book Collection By: Tanya Gray, Keep Temple Beautiful
So, did you get the latest and greatest phone books a few months ago? Many people sure did. But do you use them when searching for your favorite restaurant or a good plumber? For those of us who rely on the internet and iPhones, at the very least we should help increase the unbelievably low amount of phone books being recycled…which right now is about 16%. Keep Temple Beautiful, Yellow Pages and the City of Temple gives residents an opportunity to do just that through the annual Project ReDirectory phone book recycling campaign, which is held between the months of March-April. This year, a total of 6,641 books were collected by TISD’s students, parents and staff. Ceremonies for the winners took place on September 25 and September 29. 1st place winner, Cater Elementary, received an $800 check for collecting 2535 phone books. 2nd place winner, Thornton Elementary, collected 2600 phone books and received $600. 3rd place winner, KennedyPowell, collected 927 phone books and received $400 for their efforts.
Winners are determined by the number of books collected at each school in comparison to total enrollment. Two schools, Cater and KennedyPowell, had students who brought in 100 phone books or more. Those students are: Danny Agee, Cat Canales, Samantha Guess, Haley Jimenez, Briana Jimenez and Riya Patel. Each winning school was presented with a proclamation from Mayor Danny Dunn and a check from Keep Temple Beautiful’s Executive Director, Tanya Gray. All funds have to be used towards an environmental project or program. As part of the ceremonies, the new City of Temple Recycling Coordinator, Dawn Orange, educated students on the importance of recycling. Thanks goes out to Cater Elementary’s Coordinators, Karen McGregor and Susan Sedillo, Thornton Elementary’s Coordinator, Kevin Godfill, and Kennedy-Powell’s Coordinator, Sara Childers. You all did an excellent job! For those of you who didn’t get an opportunity to recycle those old phone books, don’t despair…there is always next year. So, drop off your phone books at your favorite school and become a part of the solution.
To get more information on Project ReDirectory or its sponsor, local nonprofit Keep Temple Beautiful, please call (254) 493-4000.
Cater Elementary
Thornton Elementary