Leann Smith is executive director of the Grove City AreaChamber of CommerceI was a lifeguard for the YMCA. I was paid $1 an hour, because at that point in time, nonprofits were not required to pay the minimum wage. I was 16.In many ways it was a very enjoyable job. I even had the responsibility to pull someone out of the water.

I think (I learned skills from) working with the public, taking responsibility for maintaining the swimming beach in the area and responsibility for the swimmers.Anytime you take responsibility for other people, you can’t help but learn the importance of being attentive and committed to the position that you have.