# 134 John Helge - What does it mean to be a Democrat? In this episode of the Podcast, I sit down with John Helge, Board Chair of the Manistee County Democrats. With a career built on leadership, coaching, and driving meaningful change, John shares insights on what it truly means to lead—not just manage—whether in business, politics, or community engagement.We discuss his passion for helping people and teams develop the skills they need to succeed, the importance of adding value in every relationship, and how these principles translate into his work in Manistee County. No matter where you stand politically, this conversation is all about leadership, collaboration, and making a lasting impact.

One topic John Wanted Mentioned is the Great Lakes Enviornmental Festival. Link here https://www.glef.us

This episode was filmed and recorded in the Watson Motors Studio. Watson Motors is a proud sponsor of the show. To learn more about Watson Motors visit Watsonmotors.com

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