Andrew A. Higgins

[ACC Football @ACCFootball]

RANKED ROAD W 😤

[The Real Mike Rowe @mikeroweworks]

Today is the third Friday of September, also known as National Tradesmen Day. To celebrate, a young and cheeky editor at mikeroweWORKS has assembled a video to remind the world about what I looked like 18 years ago, back when I boldly proclaimed my intention to reinvigorate the skilled trades with some sort of ad hoc PR initiative.

Looking back, I think you’ll agree my performance – delivered after several beers on Labor Day of 2008 - was a fairly cringe-worthy spasm of uncharacteristic earnestness. It was, however, well-intended, and useful I think, in rallying others who shared my sentiment. In fact, a few years later in 2011, when Irwin Tools decided to launch National Tradesman Day, they called upon me to announce the occasion, which I was delighted to do. In return, Irwin donated $10,000 to my newly formed foundation, which I used to help fund our first round of work ethic scholarships.

Since then, lots of other likeminded companies and organizations have asked me to help them launch similar efforts to reinvigorate the trades, including the latest initiative from the Pentagon called https://t.co/IhaBSMIY6b. I agreed, and in return, Build Freedom has donated $10 million dollars to mikeroweWORKS, which we’ll spend on the next round of work ethic scholarships. And so, we appear to be trending in the right direction.

Anyway, enjoy the attached video, a genuine blast from my past, and hopefully, an accurate look into the future. Better yet, share it with it someone in the trades, and help us commemorate National Tradesman Day by reminding the country that many excellent opportunities in the skilled trades are waiting to be filled, and that mikeroweWORKS is here to pay for the training you need to get started.

Apply today at https://t.co/ju76O0XWgC

Carry on,
Mike

[The Real Mike Rowe @mikeroweworks]

This is not a political ad, even though I congratulate the Governor of Montana for doing something good. Nor is it a commercial for a big national bank, even though I congratulate @WellsFargo for doing something good. This is actually an ad for mikeroweWORKS, even though I don’t mention my foundation by name until the last few seconds, or congratulate myself for doing anything at all. And yet, every time this ad airs, hundreds of people run to https://t.co/ju76O0XWgC to apply for a work ethic scholarship or donate to the cause.

For that reason, I’d be grateful if you shared this. As you may have heard, we’ve got $10 million set aside for this next round of scholarships, and I’m doing what I can to make this our biggest year so far. I’m also curious about any theories you might have, as to why an ad that was filmed on my iPhone and cost exactly zero dollars to produce is outperforming all the others.

[Southwest Airlines @SouthwestAir]

RT if mentally, you are here.

[Mayo Clinic Patient Blood Management @MayoClinicPBM]

The new PBM themed issue of A&A has been released, with a great collection of articles including from @MayoClinicPBM

https://t.co/r9XE6Rdlaq

[Blood Donor Program @MayoClinicBDP]

Our blood donor appointments are low – which will have a great impact on our blood supply leading into the busy 4th of July holiday. Please pass along this urgent need for donations to colleagues, friends, and family members to help us meet our patient needs? #rochmn #giveblood

[Mayo Clinic Department of Anesthesiology @MayoAnesthesia]

"The best interest of the patient is the only interest to be considered"
- William J. Mayo

[Blood Donor Program @MayoClinicBDP]

Its World Blood Donor Day! We are sending a sincere thank you to our all of our blood donors. Without your help we would be unable to provide the blood products that support the healing taking place within our community. Schedule your appointment by calling 507-284-4475 today!

[AABB @AABB]

Blood components can help treat patients with cancer, burns, traumatic injuries and more. Your blood donation makes a difference. Schedule an appointment to give blood today 👉 https://t.co/UVPqtRspM7 #GiveBlood #WorldBloodDonorDay #WBDD22

[Blood Donor Program @MayoClinicBDP]

Our appointment levels are LOW! The people receiving blood products are friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors whether it is your first donation or you are a routine donor, our community needs your help.

Schedule your life saving donation by calling 507-284-4475 #RochMN

[Andrew A. Higgins @AndrewAHiggins]

@byrongirlsgolf Well done! Strong 💪🏼 Work Rylie!

[Blood Donor Program @MayoClinicBDP]

Reminder: When you donate whole blood you can come in and donate every 84 days! Give us a call and see if you are eligible to donate and make sure to bring a friend!

We have many appointments available this week. To schedule your appointment call us at 507-284-4475. #rochMN

[Andrew A. Higgins @AndrewAHiggins]

A day to remember.

[Blood Donor Program @MayoClinicBDP]

Our donors understand when they give blood, they give life. Be a part of someone’s life saving story by donating blood. Appointment times available for same day donations call 507-284-4475 to schedule! #rochmn

[Mayo Clinic @MayoClinic]

In observance of #NationalStrokeAwarenessMonth, Mayo Clinic building will be lighted red tonight. Mayo Clinic and the National Stroke Association are encouraging everyone to "Act FAST". #StrokeMonth

Learn more: https://t.co/mRkBOCLAyj

@MayoClinicNeuro

[Blood Donor Program @MayoClinicBDP]

We are kicking off our 5th annual Battle of the Badges Community Blood Donation Challenge on June 1st. Fill out a ballot for your favorite team at our front desk at the time of your donation. Schedule your donation to help us get the competition started by calling 507-284-4475

[KassonMantorville HS @KMKometsHS]

These 4 WWII veterans have lived a combined 400 years and were still able to join and be honored at today’s Memorial Day service! Thank you, gentlemen, for your service to our country! 🇺🇸

[Blood Donor Program @MayoClinicBDP]

We were honored to have another donor join the 300th donation club! Congrats Gary on your milestone donation and thank you for your continued dedication to the blood donor program!!

Start your journey to 300 donations by calling us at 507-284-4475! #giveblood #rochmn

[AABB @AABB]

Implementing a #PatientBloodManagement program can help facilities personalize the blood transfusion process to improve patient outcomes, all while driving stewardship of the blood supply. Congratulations @MayoClinicPBM on this well-deserved certification! 🥳