The Bearded Apple
This is why we do what we do.
Community. Integrity.
The Bearded Apple is a nonprofit cooperative that is revitalizing the community one cup of coffee and one individual at a time. Established as a nonprofit cooperative The Bearded Apple is acting as a springboard to kickstart the local economy by being an example of a healthy local business, by demonstrating the characteristics of a healthy local economy as well as supporting the continual growth of a robust local economy. The Bearded Apple is for the community, driven by the community, successful because of the community. With each cup of coffee purchased an investment into the community is made.
Simply, improving lives...every day.
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Balance
Balance
All work and no play is dull. All play and no work is foolish. Work and play together makes life worth living.
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Ethics
Ethics
Live with no regret, listen to your "Conscience", and leave a legacy worth replicating.
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Attitude
Attitude
Life is what our thoughts make it, and we can alter life by altering our attitude.
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Respect
Respect
Admire your heros, adore those you love, value your neighbor, but first respect yourself.
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Development
Development
Advance the well being of the community by first seeing things differently, then reaching beyond the status quo, and finally by acting upon inspiration.
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Accountability
Accountability
Know your responsibilities. Live up to your commitments.
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Communication
Communication
Ask questions, listen effectively, speak conscientiously, and encourage free thought.
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Mutual Effort
Mutual Effort
Successful communities are the results of the combined effort of each individual.
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Initiative
Initiative
Do what is needed right now, and don't wait for permission. "Genius is initiative on fire." - Holbrook Jackson
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Change
Change
Accept it. Embrace it. Initiate it.