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The beginning of this week has been quite challenging. Fortunately, I wasn't among the 10% dismissed from Tesla, leading to the departure of many colleagues I've collaborated with for years, as well as individuals I've had the privilege of mentoring and coaching. To all those affected by the recent layoffs at Tesla or elsewhere, consider this a chance for a fresh start. Reflecting on my own journey, six years ago, my wife and I faced the tough decision to close our struggling small business. We took a leap of faith, relocating our family a thousand miles away to Florida, essentially starting from scratch. It was a dark period marked by depression, stress, and the loneliness of a new place without familiar faces. Yet, amidst the hardship, this transition ultimately transformed our lives. Though it may not seem apparent in the moment, tough times are temporary. Those with resilience, determination, and fortitude always bounce back stronger. Remember, you're not alone in this. You have a support system comprising myself, your friends, and your family. And to those considering hiring, former Tesla employees bring an invaluable set of qualities to the table. They embody resilience, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in demanding, innovative environments under pressure. If you're fortunate enough to recruit one, you're gaining a stellar addition to your team.
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Simply dumbfounded by this latest round of Tesla layoffs. You’re clearly the best in the business: it’s no mean feat to build the most-consumer-preferred DC fast charging network… and to abandon it just as so many non-Teslas begin to utilize it and undoubtedly gum up the works with their substantially slower charging speeds. (I’m personally guilty of doing this 😬) But…they say “success really is the best revenge…!” 😈 📱Get in touch with me if you’re interested in building what’s next in the EV charging space — eliminating range anxiety 😥, making charging not a chore 😫, and getting prospective EV drivers to once again embrace the category 🤩 so that we can meet the 2030 goal of 50% of all new car sales being electric! ⚡️ 📈 Now, please enjoy this short clip from a congested MagicDock 🪄 🔌 site in Yonkers, NY as we think about everyone who helped make this network possible and so desirable! What do you think is in store for the Supercharger network? #TSLA #Tesla #EVSE #EV #EVs #EVindustry #evcharging #electricvehicles #TeslaLayoffs
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Half dozen decisions will determine where you end up in life! On this day, as I celebrate the 46th anniversary of my foray into the car business, I’m drawn back to a pivotal moment in 1977. It was September 10th, and I had just enjoyed an exhilarating start at Marietta Dodge, clinching two sales and pocketing a $600 commission. As the month drew to a close, the accolade of 'Salesman of the Month' was a cherry on top. But as October rolled in, a call from IBM — where I'd interviewed just before embarking on my auto-sales adventure — posed a significant crossroads. They had a sales territory, previously discussed, now available for me. I stood before one of those crucial 'half dozen decisions' that life occasionally presents, the kind that unveils our true North Star in due course. It was a choice between the well-trodden path of IBM or the passionate drive of automobile sales. Trusting my gut, I chose the road that felt right. Years deep into this voyage, I realized it was less about cars and more about discovering my authentic purpose. Now, 46 years on, every handshake, every class I conduct, and every mentee I guide further cements the knowledge that I chose wisely. Every significant milestone in our lives often stems from one of those six pivotal decisions. So, as I take a moment to commemorate this journey, I ask you: Have you encountered moments where your heart's passion overruled practicality? Embrace and cherish those moments, for they guide you to your true North Star. #LeasingIsForClosers #Leasing #NVLA #TLMODA #NAMAD #NADA #Sales #IsTheJuiceWorthTheSqueeze
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Ford Motor is preparing to initiate another round of layoffs in the coming weeks, according to people familiar with the matter, the latest in a broader effort by the automaker to streamline operations and reduce costs. The layoffs, expected to mostly include U.S. salaried workers, would be one of several that Ford has initiated in less than a year and could be announced as early as next week, some of the people said. The number of people Ford plans to lay off in this latest round couldn’t be learned. The cuts are expected to affect employees on Ford’s gas-engine side of the business, as well as its electric-vehicle and software division, the people said. A Ford spokesman said the company has nothing to announce. “As we have said, part of the ongoing management of our business includes aligning our global staffing to meet future business plans, as well as staying cost competitive as our industry evolves,” he added, in a statement. Ford Chief Executive Jim Farley has said the automaker has more work to do than its competitors to get costs in line as it spends billions of dollars to transition its lineup to electric vehicles. By mid-decade, it aims to cut at least $3 billion in annual costs through a variety of mechanisms, including tackling high warranty costs and reducing complexity throughout its business. Farley has also spotlighted the need to root out waste in Ford’s gas-engine vehicle operations, where the company still makes the bulk of its profits. In August, Ford laid off about 3,000 white-collar and contract employees. The U.S. automaker also said earlier this year that it was starting a 3,800-person reduction in its European workforce. Executives have said that the automaker spends about $7 billion to $8 billion more each year than rival car companies on its business, largely because of its supply chain management and warranty expenses. The automaker reported a $2 billion net loss last year and missed the low end of its annual guidance. Ford and other automakers face a complex transition as they sharply increase investment in electric vehicles, which today remain a small, less-profitable part of the business relative to their combustion-engine lineups. The carmaker has committed to spend $50 billion globally through 2026 to accelerate its shift to EVs. It has also restructured operations internally to separate its gas-engine business from that focused on electric vehicles and software.
WSJ News Exclusive | Ford Prepares New Round of Layoffs for U.S. Salaried Workers
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Throwback to my early days on the assembly line at Volkswagen. 🚗💨 This is where my love for processes took root. It was fascinating to see how thousands of tiny details culminated into something as remarkable as a car, and how tweaking a single element could cause ripples of change. This passion steered me towards a surprising route - software development 💻. Swapping the morning commute 🚌 for a home office was a no-brainer, but it wasn’t just about the convenience. It was witnessing the magic of small lines of code combining to create something meaningful. Today, I often find myself channeling those assembly line days. Whether tweaking code or refining features, I learned small changes can create big impacts 🚀. Embrace every step of your journey. You never know how it all adds up in the end 🌍. #CareerJourney #SoftwareDevelopment
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𝗤𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗧𝗶𝗽 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸: Summertime means lots of new teen drivers on the road. Be patient with those student drivers--remember back to how nerve-wracking it was for you when you started! And practice what YOU preach! Demonstrate safe driving behavior by driving defensively, buckling up and avoiding distractions while you’re behind the wheel. What's a tip you would give a new driver?
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Strategic Customer Success Coach | CEO & Founder @ The Customer Success Project | Award-winning Customer Success Leader
This week, I bought a car. It's a 2009 Honda Accord with over 100k miles on it. What I really wanted was a brand new Alfa Romeo Giulia–yeah, I know... wayyyy different. It sounds like I've settled, but I haven't. Let me explain: About 2.5 months ago, I quit my six-figure cushy tech job to focus on my business, The Customer Success Project. When I made this decision, I knew that I needed to tighten my budget. Then unexpectedly, I found myself carless... In the burbs of America. Buying a new car wasn't part of the budget. I had to keep it real with myself. I couldn't afford to put down a sizable downpayment and make astronomical monthly payments while launching a new business. As they say on TikTok "the math ain't mathin'." That's how I ended up with the Honda. I needed something affordable, temporary, and reliable. It doesn't mean that I've forgotten about my dear Giulia. I want Giulia, and she's still the end goal. But right now, I need this hoopty. In our career, there are moments when it might feel like we're settling, but we're not. We're just making strategic moves to get us to our end goal. If your goal is to be the Director of a Customer Success team, your first job won't be Director of CS. You'll have to work your way up. So no, you're not "settling" to move ahead; you are exactly where you need to be in your journey. Today, I want you to consider where you are and give yourself credit for being here! --- If you enjoyed reading this, you should sign up for my newsletter! It's grown up a bit ✨ I'm sharing resources for those learning about CS, looking for a job in CS, or wanting to get to the next level in their CS career. #customersuccess #CSM #careergrowth
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Is the new wave of high-tech features impacting the quality scores of vehicles? This is a question worth pondering for those preparing for auto careers.
Innovation and Quality For Automotive Training Students
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Here is me about 24 years ago trying to figure out college. I'd be kicked out of school not long after this picture was taken. Apparently if you don't go to class, you don't pass your courses, and they give you the boot. 🤷♂️ In retrospect, it ended up being one of 4 best moment of my life. It would set a chain of events where I would then become involved in the heavy duty trucking industry, learn how dealerships work, and eventually give me the knowledge and confidence to start Diesel Laptops. As we cross our 9-year anniversary here this month, its hard to not reflect back on the journey. While a lot has changed since my garage, a lot still changes today. We are not longer a startup, but now entering that phase where I have to start making decisions on the long-term of what this company needs to be and how I make it last for generations. I've learned so many lessons over the last 9 years, and I want to do it again... So I am. I'll be announcing the launch of a new company in April, but with a twist. I will be documenting on social media *exactly* what we are doing, financial performance, answering business questions and hopefully give some future entrepreneurs the courage and knowledge to make the leap. If you thought I was transparent with Diesel Laptops, this will be 10x that. This is only possible because we have an awesome executive team here that is running this ship better then I ever thought possible. Shouts out to the DAD team of David Kelley Andy Turnbull and Dan Nynas. I'll still be involved as I am today, but it is really these 3 that are helping Diesel Laptops perform better than it ever has. Here is to 2024 being a wild ride! 🍻
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