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Start Saving Your Small Town

It’s the perfect time to set new goals and breathe fresh energy into your community. If you’re looking for inspiration, actionable ideas, and proven strategies to make a real difference, I highly recommend the book Save Your Small Town by Deb Brown.

Deb and her organization, SaveYour.town, have spent years empowering communities across rural, suburban, and urban America. Together with Becky McCray, Deb has compiled uniquely do-able ideas, projects, and success stories to transform towns just like yours. Whether you’re revitalizing Main Street, starting a local initiative, or simply looking to spark momentum, this book is your roadmap to turning possibilities into reality.

Having been friends with Deb for years, I can vouch for her passion and expertise. Her work has inspired countless communities to take bold steps forward, and now it’s your turn.

We have even used the Idea Friendly Method here for our own hometown of Jefferson City, Missouri! 

Don’t wait—start your journey today. Check out Save Your Small Town and discover the tools and stories to make 2025 your most impactful year yet.

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Gus Wagner

Gus Wagner is the President.Owner of The Rocket Group – an award-winning marketing and communications firm headquartered in Jefferson City, Missouri which serves clients across North America. The Rocket Group has specialized in building effective tools across traditional means and new media for clients in businesses, organizations, and nonprofits since 2001. Gus is also a five-time certified Social Media Strategist, a former Chief of Staff in the Missouri State Senate, a retired national champion amateur hockey coach, and a would like to be a singer/songwriter.