Episode #40 - How To Deal With Failure

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Episode #40 - How To Deal With Failure

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Jun 26, 2018

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It happens - a project doesn't go the way you hoped and you feel like your whole town is watching you fail. Yes, it happens, but it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, Ron & Kristi share their experiences not only with failure, but how to use that experience to fuel future ideas and projects.

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Jun 26, 2018

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Flip This Town started as a book by downtown revitalization expert Ron Drake, and has now transformed into a movement that is sweeping communities across the country. Join Ron Drake and his partner, Main Street Manager Kristi Trevarrow as they set out to restore the heart of America, one downtown at a time.

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Episode #24 - Inspire. Equip. Restore.: Inspire. Equip. Restore. It's our mantra, our touchstone, the foundation on which we are building our mission to restore the heart of America, one downtown at a time. What do these ideals mean, and how can you introduce them into your... by Flip This Town
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Episode #25 - Inspire Your Downtown: Inspiration comes in many forms, but none so exciting as the activities & initiatives that happen downtown. From engaging stakeholders to fostering a sense of ownership, the ability to inspire is a powerful tool in any downtown... by Flip This Town
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Episode #22 - Investing in Downtowns, Part 2: So you've decided to make an investment in your community - now what? In this podcast, Ron and Kristi continue the conversation started in Episode #21, and offer ideas on next steps to ensure a successful downtown project. by Flip This Town
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Episode #31 - The Road Map to Flip Your Town: You've made the decision that you want to restore your downtown so where do you start? In this week's episode, Ron and Kristi provide a downtown revitalization road map to spark your efforts and get your plan on track. by Flip This Town
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Episode #40 - How To Deal With Failure: It happens - a project doesn't go the way you hoped and you feel like your whole town is watching you fail. Yes, it happens, but it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, Ron & Kristi share their experiences not only with... by Flip This Town
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Episode #29 - Flip This Town Meet & Greet: In this episode, Ron & Kristi recount the inaugural Flip This Town Meet & Greet in Kansas City, MO. Listen in as they recap the night and the great ideas and inspirations gained from the numerous Flip This Town fans representing... by Flip This Town
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Episode #23 - What Makes A Happy Community?: Is your community happy? In other words, is your community a place that people want to spend time, invest and enjoy? In this episode, Ron and Kristi discuss the ingredients that contribute to a happy community. by Flip This Town
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Episode #21 - Investing in Downtowns, Part 1: The first step in any revitalization effort is the reinvestment in the downtown. And in most cases, the people making those important investments have never owned a building or a business. Ron and Kristi share their experiences with ... by Flip This Town
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