You’re right, though. I’m used to running everything on my own, but we’re growing larger and larger as a company, and I’m not great at delegating administrative tasks.
Ainsley Mathews:
I think you’re doing better than you realize.
What am I doing?
LedgerHutton:
That’s just you being brilliant and taking the initiative.
Ainsley Mathews:
So, what’s on the agenda today?
Ledger Hutton:
Well, I was thinking about throwing something new your way.
Ainsley Mathews:
Perfect! I love a challenge.
Wow. Am I entirely too eager, or have I just started to enjoy talking to Ledger more and more every day?
Ledger Hutton:
I’m trying to get into a conference for landscaping. National Landscaping Association is one of the biggest in the country, and they want presenters to send in their presentations early and they’ll pick from whomever submits. They have thousands of entries every year, and only twenty get picked.
Ainsley Mathews:
Bet that causes a ton of drama in the landscaping world.
I can’t help but laugh and then promptly look around Sal’s, making sure no one is staring at me. I’m not talking shit about his career,but I never knew there was a competition aspect to it, even if it’s just for a conference.
Ledger Hutton:
It’s like being in high school again. I hate the politics of it all, but I’d like to grow the business, and this is one of the best ways to fast-track that.
Ainsley Mathews:
Did you grow up here? Sorry, bringing up high school triggered my curiosity.
The silence is deafening. I feel like I’ve been waiting ten minutes before his answer finally pops up.
Ledger Hutton:
I did grow up here. Moved away for college but was back after graduation.
Ainsley Mathews:
How old are you? I know the regional high school is bigger, so it’s not like I knew everyone at school, but I don’t remember your name.
Ledger Hutton:
I’m 36.
Ainsley Mathews:
