When TakeAction Minnesota writes a to-do list, it starts with questions such as, "How does the state of Minnesota function five years from now? Can it be more united? More economically stable? Socially equal?" They believe it is possible, and they have rolled-up their sleeves and, well, taken action!

How? They make hundreds of personal connections primarily through phone calls and classic door-knocking. They are a marketer's delight because they rally volunteers, communities and staff to come together to get work done. This straightforward method seems to be out of favor in these 2.0 times, but their results confirm just how valid it is to connect face-to-face.

There is a lesson for us all in their shoe-leather tactics. Make the call. Visit your client. Talk. Listen.

Learn more about TakeAction Minnesota and what they are currently doing to achieve quality, affordable healthcare for everyone in Minnesota, to support the work of Native Americans protecting their right to govern and to address issues affecting the Hmong community in Minnesota.

Don’t be surprised if they come knocking on your door! Be ready by visiting www.takeactionminnesota.org.