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Recently, Hagerty leaders from around the country gathered at our home base in City of Traverse City, Michigan City, Michigan, for a few days of face-to-face learning and camaraderie, which is incredibly valuable in this age of Zoom meetings and dispersed workforces. Hagerty is celebrating 40 years in business this year, so we spent a few moments reflecting on where we’ve been, but the bulk of our time was spent on where we’re going. Will the collectible car hobby continue to grow? And what will Hagerty’s role be? Our assessment: the future is incredibly bright for both Hagerty and the hobby. Sixty-seven million people in the U.S. describe themselves as car enthusiasts. They own 46 million collectible vehicles, worth more than a trillion dollars. And yet there is only one company whose sole purpose is to help them buy, sell, protect, and enjoy the cars they love. Thank you to everyone on One Team Hagerty. You are the engine that drives us forward. Also, thank you to our members, partners and everyone out there who simply can’t get enough of cars.   We’re honored to serve you. #hagerty #cars #classiccars #hgty #business #leadership #workplaceculture

Yes James Cheng !! This was an amazing presentation!! My social worker heart was cheering the entire time because you were so on point with your explanations!! Key takeaways: — Soft skills are needed more than ever to be successful in today’s world. Learn to be a leader with empathy, adaptability, high communication skills and a clear vision. - We are all Leaders because we all have influence. How are you using your influence today? - Live life on purpose. When it’s your time to leave this earth, you won’t care how great your NPS is or all the reports you stayed up late to complete. You are going think about the time you got to spend with friends & family, or how you allowed yourself to experience joy. There were so many great points! How are you cultivating your Best Yes today?!!!!

Today we celebrate the legacy of Bill Johnson and his wife Sug Johnson, the founders of Alpine Packaging. Learn more about the history of Alpine Packaging. https://buff.ly/4cDI3AG #MomPopBusinessOwnersDay #FamilyBusinessLove

WHY IT MATTERS

🚀 Leadership Lessons from The Wright Brothers & Robert Frost 🚀 In 1903, the Wright brothers made a pivotal choice: to persist through adversity at Kitty Hawk. Their decision mirrors Robert Frost’s The Road Not Taken—choosing the harder path can lead to extraordinary outcomes. In today’s blog, I explore how their perseverance became a symbol of leadership, vision, and innovation. 🔗 Read the blog here: https://wix.to/f3s2SK9 #Leadership #Innovation #WrightBrothers #RoadNotTaken #Perseverance #History #AskAdonis

perspective is incredibly powerful and humbling.

Trust is not overrated.

"My view is that the fears and adversities we encounter are our opportunity to accept what is and explore what is on the other side of fear to grow stronger, better, and have peace of mind." - Steve Gleason, New Orleans Saints legend and ALS warrior! What a powerful message. Take just a minute for this one. (video below):

I had to repost again, Rob's original post got me to watch Steve's speech, which then led to to look Steve up more where I found a show on Amazon Prime about Steve Gleason. If you haven’t seen Steve Gleason's acceptance speech for the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at the ESPYs, I urge you to put down everything you are doing and listen for a few minutes. His words on courage, fear, fearlessness, and resilience are truly inspiring. They left a profound impact on me, and I believe they will do the same for you. Steve Gleason, a former NFL player, and New Orleans hero, was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 34. Doctors gave him two to five years to live. Instead of succumbing to fear or despair, Steve chose to live his life to the fullest. His journey is captured in the Amazon Prime show "Gleason," which I highly recommend. This incredible man documented his experiences through personal video journals for his then-unborn son and shared his adventures and mission to live fully despite his diagnosis. His story is a testament to the power of the human spirit, and his character, fortitude, and resilience are truly inspiring. Steve Gleason's journey reminds us that true courage is not the absence of fear, but the determination to move forward despite it. It is about embracing life with all its challenges and choosing to make every moment count. His mindset and resilience are a beacon of hope and strength for all of us. In a world where we often face our own battles, Steve's story encourages us to look within and find the strength to persevere. It’s a powerful reminder that we can overcome adversity with the right mindset and a resilient spirit. Let Steve Gleason's story inspire you to live boldly, to face your fears head-on, and to never let anything hold you back from living a life full of purpose and passion. As Rob Pallante said, "The word 'courage' doesn't do him justice." Watch his speech, watch the show, and let his journey inspire you to cultivate a champion mindset. Embrace resilience, build character, and live life to its fullest potential. #ChampionMindset #SteveGleason #Inspiration #Resilience #Courage #MindsetMatters #LiveBoldly

Beautiful to the core. Powerful. So many ways to apply this in life and business.