I have fond memories of being a high school freshmen in Junior Achievement. My mom would drop me off every Thursday evening at our local organization. For the next few hours, I'd learn how to run a successful business from engaging instructors. Students from all over worked coopreratively, learning about product development, advertising/marketing, finance, and competitive advantages - while forming friendships. And though I didn't become an entrepreneur, I've been working in marketing for several years now. Hmmm...thanks JA! :-)

Junior Achievement inspires and prepares young people to succeed. Please consider donating to the worthwhile cause. For more information about JA, visit www.juniorachievement.org, and seek out your local branch for a student in your life. Thank you!