As impersonal as the internet can be, this blog and my columns are intended to create a dialogue between us. I am always mindful that there are real people who read, reflect and sometimes respond to my words.

As this year gives way to the next, please know that I sincerely appreciate a healthy exchange of ideas, and the opportunity we have to connect.  

 

Looking Ahead to 2010:

•  Register for AgConnect - Heading to Orlando? Don’t miss the Plan Success Workshop on January 14^th, from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m.
• Register for Top Producer’s Young Farmer Program – Please join me in Chicago on 01/26/2010, for “How to Talk to Dad About Succession Planning.”
• Register for Top Producer Seminar – I’ll be visiting with the Esther family about their succession planning process. See you at any of the three sessions on January 28^th.
• Conversation Starters – Pointers to begin the succession planning discussion with your family.