ROI of Volunteering with Ed Hermes

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“Talk to people in your neighborhood. You’ll get a different perspective than the algorithm gives you.” - Ed Hermes

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CBQ - What’s harder for you: delegating or volunteering?

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In this engaging conversation, Ed Hermes, attorney, school board member, and Phoenix City Council candidate, shares how deep community involvement has shaped his leadership. From neighborhood bike rides to public service, Ed explores the ROI of volunteering, the struggle to delegate, and the power of simply showing up. Hosted by Juan Kingsbury, this episode is a rally cry for those who want stronger communities and a reminder that leadership starts locally.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS

• [00:02:40] “What are you going to say no to?” – Ed’s wife, reality check
• [00:05:02] “We’re the only industrialized country where pedestrian fatalities are going up.”
• [00:08:14] “You miss a lot when you’re speeding down the road.”
• [00:17:27] “The most important way to keep a neighborhood safe is knowing your neighbors.”
• [00:30:52] “Talk to people in your neighborhood. You’ll get a different perspective than the algorithm gives you.”

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