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On many occasions, she has stated that helping others gives her more satisfaction than words can convey. 6 Atlanta Business Journal | Winter Issue | 2020 WHAT’S INSIDE History Maker 12 Mary-Pat Hector: Proves that young people can also be History Makers Mary-Pat Hector let all of Atlanta know about her dedication to the cause for her people, and her prodigious personal tenacity, when she ran for public office at the age of 19 in the new DeKalb County city of Stonecrest. It has been non-stop from that point forward. Business News 33 Skanska, H. J. Russell to Develop $151M Surgical Center for Grady Hospital in Atlanta The joint venture between global development and construction firm Skanska, and Atlanta-based H. J. Russell & Company announces it will construct the Center for Advanced Surgical Services adjacent to Grady Memorial Hospital’s main campus in Atlanta. Business News 36 Fayetteville to build new City Hall and City Center City leaders, builders and community members recently broke ground on the new Fayetteville City Hall & City Center Park, which represents a milestone along the path to creating a more vibrant and engaging downtown space for the whole community to enjoy. A two-acre tract fronting West Stonewall Avenue will be home to a new, two-story City Hall building that will be set within a walkable, inviting plaza. Community News 38 Atlanta Influencers Turn Out For Abj Digital’s First Annual Top 25 Extraordinary Atlantans Reception The Zucot Gallery, a black-owned art gallery was buzzing with energy and excitement as Atlanta influencers gathered to celebrate those being honored in the first annual Top 25 Extraordinary Atlantans commemorative edition, presented by the ABJ (Atlanta Business Journal) Digital Magazine. Atlanta Business Journal | Winter Issue | 2020 7 [PUBLISHER’S PERSPECTIVE] 6 Keys to Success in Business and Life 2020 3. Credibility is Everything Some of the most important career-saving words are “I don’t know.” Never fake it. If you’re wrong, admit it and correct it. If you’ve made a mistake, fix it and learn from it. If it’s going to take some time to find an answer, set a timetable and stick to it. 4. Complaining Gets You Nowhere It’s not always easy staying organized. Life is busy, chaotic and fast-moving. Although it can be easy to People, especially in business, simply do not get discouraged at times, there are ways to enhance want to hear complaints. If you are frustrated, it organization and attitude through the peaks and pits life is probably best to keep quiet and figure out how throws at you. you can fix whatever it is, and if you can’t change 1. Attitude is Key it, try changing how you think about it and alter your mindset. A person who is passionately committed to the success of his or her business – who has an “I-can-do- 5. Give Back it” attitude – is more likely to succeed. One person can make a difference, and it’s up to you to demonstrate Communities are not perfect. They are the you are one of those people. responsibility of business, government and citizens. If you don’t commit to making a 2. If You Never Fail, You Will Never Grow difference, you’re instead leaving the burden to If it’s always comfortable and easy, you can’t know others. the big win. When challenged and stretched, you may have a greater chance to learn. Reach out, get 6. Nice Guys Don’t Finish Last; They Win involved and take a risk. Oftentimes, the best talent Aggressive and passionate shouldn’t equate with has multiple experiences to share and on which to unpleasant. The higher you rise, the more pleasant reflect. and understanding you typically need to be. Never underestimate the importance of being thankful. 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