“I grew up in a small farming community. My dad was not “long on words”, but when he spoke his words were meaningful. He lived by and modeled his words. I live by and model his words:
– “An honest day’s work for an honest day’s pay.”
– “Bring me solutions not excuses.”
– “Be honest, always tell the truth.” 
– “Don’t be afraid to say you are sorry.” 
– “All the days of your life show respect, be respectful.” 
– “Our town is not just a town, we are a community. We are responsible for one another and to one another. Never forget this.” – Dr. Marcia Rodes

Marcia Rodes, EdD, is founder and head of school at The Polytech, a private school that allows high school students to access college courses in career pathways as a part of their graduation. She is a certified school principal, counselor, and teacher, and has held multiple leadership positions of public and private schools and organizations serving children and adolescents.

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“The best advice my dad gave me was ‘boys are like buses. When one leaves, there’s another right around the corner.’ – Mr. Jeffrey 

This quote by my good old Dad has helped me never settle, keep moving forward and trust it will work out for the best. I’m now engaged to my best friend… My favourite bus!” – Kaylyn Jeffrey

Kaylyn is the HR & Web Content Manager for a tech start-up. She writes articles for a living and runs a content and design biz with her partner. Catch up with Kaylyn on Instagram: kaylynjeffrey 

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“The best thing my dad taught me was that any career working with animals takes huge amounts of work, patience and sacrifice, but the payoff is that I would get to do what I love everyday of my life.” – Michael Attard 

Michael Attard BSc. (Animal Science) Hons. is a professional dog breeder in Victoria, Australia and am involved in managing the dog breeding program for Chevromist Kennels and Hepburn Park. 

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“The best thing my dad taught me was, ‘Nothing good comes easy, if it does beware’.” – Reza Khastou. 

Reza Khastou, M.Ed., is the founder and COO of The Polytech, a private high school that offers students the opportunity to earn industry certificates and college credits at the same time they satisfy high school graduation requirements. Throughout his 30 year career, Reza has served as a school administrator, college director, teacher, advisor, business owner, and private consultant.

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“The best advice my dad gave me was ‘to dust off and stop letting life beat you’. I was a teen Mom, domestic survivor and survived 30 surgery.” – Becky Mckeown

Becky Mckeown is a single mom of two sons,  ages 12 and 23 and soon to be grandma of a grandson. 

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“I started a global branding and marketing firm 17 years ago in Cambridge, MA. I learned so many great lessons from my dad, we were really close. The best thing my dad taught me was to treat everyone with dignity and respect. My dad was down to earth even though he was the president of his company he took the time to learn everyone’s names and about them as people, he greeted them personally from the people in the garage to the cleaning staff to his direct reports and staff. I think that set the tone and it was a very friendly and open culture where everyone felt included and part of the team. I now run my own business and have never forgotten that lesson.

My dad died 2+ years ago sadly and I use the many lessons he taught me every day.” – Paige Arnof-Fenn. 

Paige Arnof-Fenn is the founder & CEO of global marketing and branding firm Mavens & Moguls (www.MavensAndMoguls.com) based in Cambridge, MA. Their clients include Microsoft, Virgin, venture-backed startups, as well as non profit organizations. Paige graduated from Stanford University and Harvard Business School. Paige is also a popular speaker and columnist who has written for Entrepreneur and Forbes. 

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“My father taught me to take risks – especially while you’re young. I’ve found that in Australia the average person is afraid to go out on a limb and start a new business, take on an investment or put themselves out there. I started my first business when I was 20 and have built several successful businesses since which have completely influenced my life.” – Corey Batt

Corey Batt is the managing director and co-founder of www.clickburst.com.au, an online marketing firm specialising in search engine optimisation, adwords and content creation.

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“The best advice Dad gave me was to ‘guard my brake’ – Yep, while driving, he always said this and I must admit it has saved my life a couple of times.” – Louise Edmonds

“Style is not just the clothes on a man, but the man in them”. MenStylePower was created by Louise Edmonds, who has over 20 years experience in the entertainment and media world working with brands and companies in Australia, UK and USA. She created MenStylePower.com which for over nine years has been providing content for Nautica and Barneys New York during New York Fashion Weeks, FashionBeans UK, Brands Exclusive, Sydney Morning Herald’s Executive Style, AskMen.com and CEO Magazine and is a video content creator for Marie Clare, InStyle Magazine and Swarovski.

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“The best thing my dad taught me was to ‘approach, address and treat every person equally. No matter the profession, social background, religion or their status in society.’
It hugely impacted who I am and what I stand for and it definitely shaped what I am doing professionally today.” – Monika Gisler

Monika Gisler is the Co-founder of ThinkChangeGrow, a people & culture consultancy specialising in expert leadership and capability facilitation for organisations who see developing their people and creating a positive workplace culture as the means by which they will thrive long term.
Monika draws on over 10 years international experience in Google sales management, learning & development and strategic organisational development programs. 

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