What’s Up Idaho Youth Ranch
January 2019
Meet Scott Curtis, Idaho Youth Ranch CEO
“At the end of the day people won’t remember what you said or did, they will remember how you made them feel.” -Maya Angelou We all have examples of this quote ringing true in our own lives. We can think of those special people who, regardless of what they said, made us feel good. It’s the little things more than the words. It’s the way they talk with us, the smile on their faces, and the real interest in their eyes. Thank you. To the dozens of individuals that I have interacted with this first week, from the distribution center and stores to the program staff and the youth receiving IYR services, I have been made to feel awesome. You, the extended Idaho Youth Ranch team, have made me feel welcomed and inspired this week. Just like the quote above, I can’t remember exactly what you have said or too many specific things that you did. I just know how I’ve felt. It is an absolute privilege to join this team. Thanks for the countless way you have welcomed me onto the team, given me input, and challenged me to help our organization continue to expand on our commitment to serve the most vulnerable youth and families in Idaho. Please keep doing that. I have been welcomed into an incredible mission. If I kept a journal, here is what I would have written after my first day: Tuesday the 8th of January. Bookends. First day
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I was simultaneously impressed by the compassion and skill of the staff...