The Pond Boss

"Why?"

That's the question Bob Lusk is famous for asking, and I'm convinced it's a huge part of what makes him so good at what he does. The publisher of Pond Boss magazine and pondboss.com and a highly sought fisheries biologist who specializes in pond management, Lusk asks questions about everything -- and he truly pays attention to the answers.

Asking "why?" helps Bob understand the needs and desires of the folks who seek his services services. As importantly, it helps them think through their own wish lists and better prioritize objectives. It also helps him get to know the people themselves, and relationships are critical to every aspect of the Pond Boss' unique job description.

The same curiosity causes Bob to never stop learning about fish and the places they call home. He may know as much about pond management as any man living, but he'd be the first to tell you that he understands very little. He's continually asking himself why a certain plant has shown up in a particular pond, asking others about their own areas of expertise, asking pond owners what they have observed on their own waters...

Twice I've gotten to spend time with Bob Lusk, and twice I've walked away with so much new understanding of various topics. More importantly, though, the Pond Boss leaves me inspired to do a better job of asking questions. I'm very blessed to get to spend time on the water with so many knowledgeable and interesting people, so I need to take advantage of every opportunity to learn all I can and then share what I learn through writing.