An Interview With Fred Mednick, Founder, Teachers Without Borders

FS: Additional thoughts?
FM: More advice, really. For anyone out there reading this that is feeling the pain of this economy, I say, “Keep your integrity strong; join forces with like-minded organizations if your value system is consistent; and don’t take 'no' as a personal attack. In fact, a 'no' and a 'yes' are clear. But don’t think that a 'maybe' is going to turn out for the best. If you receive a 'no,' move on. For what it’s worth, if you receive a 'yes,' prove it beyond a shadow of a doubt. But if you’re constantly getting 'maybes,' consider them a 'no.' ”