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1. After struggling with funding for the Manchester Craftsmen's Guild for many years, Strickland has an epiphany that the organization needs a new building, and he has a very specific vision for what it must look like. He describes the shift to many potential sponsors that it will not be a poverty center, but a center for success. Once the building is built, its aesthetics remain very much linked to the success of the organization. How are aesthetics linked to success? Have you been in an inspirational space like this?
2. Manchester Bidwell offers many programs that reflect Bill Strickland's personal passions: jazz, orchids, ceramics. What do you think of this approach to developing programs for the public?
3. Strickland seeks support from all sides of the political spectrum, the business world, and beyond. He firmly disputes the idea that he has "sold out." Do you think this approach is relevant to other arts organizations?
4. "I'm often approached by idealistic young people on fire to do good for others, all hungry to save the world. I tell them the first step is save yourself." What do you think about this advice?