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Editor’s Note Photo Courtesy of TieFotos Dear Readers,   Inside this edition, once more, we feature a compilation of leadership best practices (See pages 5, 7,12, and 19).   Also included is an article that consists of valuable information about children and summer learning (See page 8). Summer is an essential time to keep the learning embers burning. Education and career advancement articles are included as well (See page 10 and 17). And much, much more!   As always, I hope that you are inspired and encouraged! Please share this issue with your family and friends.   Happy Reading! Sincerely, Kuanita E. Murphy, PhD Publisher/Editor-in-Chief Reader's Voice Dear Rural Leader Magazine, Awesome publication! Can't wait to until the Forty under 40 issue is released. —Mel W. Dothan, AL Dear Rural Leader Magazine, Thank you for the special feature article, Your Attitude, Your Choice. It was timely and highlighted great tips. —Kim L. Tallahassee, FL Dear Rural Leader Magazine, Thanks for another great issue. Enjoyed the article, Creative College Savings. My daughter is a high school freshman. She is excited about starting her scholarship search early. —Allana S. Nashville, TN Dear Rural Leader Magazine, I saw a copy of last year's Small Town America's 100 Most Influential People. I just want to say thanks for recognizing people in small communities. The gesture is long overdue! —Sabrina T. Columbia, SC Dear Rural Leader Magazine, Thanks for another great issue! —John E. Cuthbert, GA Dear Rural Leader Magazine, I really enjoyed the article, How Self Confidence Impacts Your Leadership. I gained valuable tips to enhance my own. Thanks for a wonderful publication —Katherine I. Selma, AL Dear Rural Leader Magazine, I am requesting more articles like Three Simple Steps to Reducing Your Taxable Income. The article was a great read choke full with valuable information. —Denise L. Savannah, GA Dear Rural Leader Magazine, Finding the hole in the boat: The Four Essentials of Strategic Thinking was powerful. Publish more like it. Thanks in advance. —Linda L. Seattle, WA Dear Rural Leader Magazine, Just wanted to drop a few line to let you know: Rural Leader Magazine Rocks!!! —Rhianna K. Atlanta, GA 3 RuralLeaderMagazine.com | JULY/AUGUST 2015 3