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gained the most in my knowledge base is continued from page 4
when I had to consider something from a dif-
ferent viewpoint. Even if I stick to my original
thought, having to view that thought through This coming year at the NAFEM
another person’s prism has real value. Join show in Orlando will be the first
the conversation, share your experience. time that all five allied associations
will be exhibiting together. What an
Fourth and most important, have fun! Most
excellent opportunity to spend time
of the attendees that I have interacted
understanding each other and our
with enjoy what they do. I find it hard not
needs. Then, immediately following
to have fun when I am around people who
the NAFEM show many of us will be
enjoy what they do for a living. This can be
traveling to the RFMA show to work
a complicated business with a lot of serious
with the facility managers. It is a lot of
activities, but rarely have I met anyone who
travel and time away from the office
takes themselves too seriously. Often the
but provides a unique opportunity to
regional meeting has several opportunities to
impact all aspects of the industry in a
relax with friends, old and new. The regionals
short period of time.
usually have a networking event before or af-
ter the meetings. Plan on attending and also
As we enter another New Year, I hope
having a laugh or two.
and pray that we go into it with a
Sign up for a regional meeting soon. Meet renewed vision of cooperation and
some interesting people who speak your energy. May good health and blessings
language. Gain a new battle buddy and share lead us all into 2019.
your experiences. Hear from your peers and
learn new ways to tackle an issue or solve
a problem. Add to the knowledge pool and
have some fun. I hope to see you there.

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