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What does it mean?
McKinley believed expositions track and drive progress.
In plain terms
World fairs show progress over time.
What can you take from it?
Public events track and encourage progress.

Where it applies

  • conferences
  • trade shows
  • public education

Putting it to work

  • host public showcases
  • track progress publicly
  • showcase innovation

Questions to consider

  • How do you measure progress?
  • What events inspire you?

Another view

Not all progress is visible or measurable through public expos.

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