From the family business during the week, to being behind the wheel of his DIRTcar 358 Modified on Saturday nights at the Brockville Ontario Speedway in the summer, Mallorytown’s Jarrett Herbison is passionate about what he does each and everyday. Herbison understands the struggles which young people face these days, noting that getting certifications and licenses and even a diploma to help you get into a field you’re interested in, is one of the toughest things facing today’s youth. Working for the family business, Herbison’s Tree Service, is something he loves doing and notes his father and grandfather have been his biggest influences in his life not just in the workplace, but also during his time spent at the local dirt tracks in the summer. His biggest piece of advice to those wanting to get into something they are interested in, is to just get your name out there and show employers that you’re interested and want to not only work, but also how much you want to progress in your field. To hear Jarrett’s full interview with myFM’s Tim Baltz, click the link below. Future Leaders Day is brought to you by the Town of Gananoque and the Township of Leeds and Thousand Islands with support from Canadian Tire Gananoque
(By: Tim Baltz)