how i did it
“Build those relationships.
You never know when it’s
a rainy day.”
Principle-based leadership and operations
can help create value, he said, whether it’s
better jobs, a better economy or even better
marriages.
His attitude and willingness to take
risks is formed by his faith.
“I have a Christian worldview. In
Washington that makes me kind of a freak,
but I’m OK with that. People would look at
you and say, ‘you’re smart,’ but I’m just a
dumb sheep,” Kaas said.
The Bible has good lessons for life, he said.
“Love God, love your neighbor. Most of
the problems we have in society are solved
when we do that.” Discussing the effect of
his company’s manufacturing pivot, he
added, “This is a good testament to what
loving your neighbor has done. Have a
world view and live by it.”
Bringing that attitude to his life’s work
has been rewarding, he said.
“The focus of our business is to shine
light,” Kaas said. “The work is good.”
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