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Had the pleasure of watching the Pittsburgh Pirates play the Atlanta Braves on Monday at PNC Park⚾️. My son and I travel to different ballparks nearly every year and this was another on the list ✅. PNC Park is a phenomenal ballpark and worthy of its recent vote of being the #1 ballpark in the US. We got to experience a rain delay for about an hour, which I don't ever recall at a Padres game I attended. I was really impressed with the grounds crew and handling the tarp to cover the field. They executed the roll out and roll up efficiently and with great speed. They achieved their objective to keep the infield free of water, even ensuring the water on the tarp was evenly distributed onto the outfield grass. It got me thinking what does it take for over a dozen employees to work in unison to achieve their objective with the precision, speed and success that they did? The answer can only be they have a well thought out procedure, based on feedback and experience. They train their employees to that procedure and evaluate their performance to adjust future performance. This seems straightforward, but it's not simple to do it well. Just reference the many examples of "ballpark tarp fails" on the Internet to show what happens when they are not prepared. Looking in the mirror, ask yourself: * How many of the tasks that go on in your company are not proceduralized? * How many tasks do you expect your employees to get done correctly, but they haven't been properly training on? * How many tasks go on that you don't intentionally gather feedback to improve future performance? If you did proceduralize your tasks, trained to them and evaluated performance for improvement, how much better, more efficient and productive could your organization be? #ceoleadership #vistage #pittsburghpirates

Trust: The Cornerstone of One Team / One Sioux Falls 🏀 Growing up in rural South Dakota, like many others, I played all of the sports during high school, including basketball. It was during my sophomore year that our team achieved the seemingly impossible – we went undefeated and clinched the State B tournament title. Our coaches were exceptional at recognizing the unique strengths of each player and developing plays that capitalized on those strengths, leading us to victory.  It was an incredible experience, and I can't help but reflect on what made it all possible. Looking back on that unforgettable year, it is clear that trust was the key ingredient that fueled our journey to the state championship. It was the trust our coaches had in each of us, and, equally important, the trust we had in each other. We recognized and celebrated each teammate's unique abilities, and it was never solely about individual stats. Whether or not you're a basketball enthusiast, you'll find this same essential ingredient in many of the greatest teams across sports, the military, and the professional world. The endurance and progress of a team cannot rest solely on the shoulders of one hierarchical leader; it must be fueled by each team member utilizing their unique strengths while trusting and emboldening their teammates to do the same. Trust forms the bedrock of our One Team and One Sioux Falls approach in Sioux Falls. When we communicate and collaborate authentically across organizations, teams, departments, and hierarchical roles, when we open our doors to new ideas and perspectives, when we adapt to change, nurture relationships, and give one another the benefit of the doubt, we bolster our collective problem-solving capabilities and bring out our very best, which in turn ensures that we are building organizations and communities to last.  So, here's a challenge for you: What's one concrete step you can commit to today to strengthen your team and your community? Just like in a game, it takes each one of us on the team rallying to leverage our strengths and, most importantly, trusting and emboldening each other to do the same. And for a fun trip down memory lane, check out the photo of the 1994 undefeated State B champs. Spoiler alert – I'm the one who blinked when the photo was taken. 😄📸 #OneTeam #Trust #WeAreBetterTogether #BuildingOrganizationsToLast #BuildingCommunitiesToLast  

AS A NEW YORK TRANSPLANT, SUPPORTING THE DETROIT LIONS HAS TAUGHT ME A THING OR TWO ABOUT DETERMINATION. Having never won a Super Bowl- or even getting close to winning one- they are are a force to be reckoned with as they want this win like no other team-despite difficult odds. Two years ago, the quarterback, Jared Goff, was "dumped" by the LA Rams and Detroit Lions Coach Dan Campbell-an underdog in the coaching arena- both came to town to build a team from scratch and take it to the Super Bowl. When asked to what he attributes his success, his answer is "the team has GRIT." I translate this lesson into my area of business development where the deals seem to be getting tougher, the costs of running a business are higher, and overall "work ethic" seems to be lacking. It's a tough world out there- and it seems to be getting tougher. But like the Lions, one learns the lesson of maintaining their goals and objectives and keeping their "eye on the prize"- and the prize is success no matter the challenges we face in today's world. I look forward to the Lions game on Sunday and the eyes of America are on this team. And whether they win or not, they have taught us a valuable life lesson. #CRE #commercialleasing #commercialbroker #realestate #realestatebroker #realestateexpert #retail #retailstores #retailbusiness #icsc #retailleasing #retailrealestate

Last night was a heartbreaking end to an incredible run by the Georgia Bulldogs. Hats off to a gritty Alabama team that keeps finding ways to win. Regardless of last night’s results, Georgia is a great football team because it knows success isn't solely defined by streaks or setbacks. When asked about the Bulldog’s historic winning streak after they beat Tennessee earlier in the season, coach Kirby Smart responded, “I’m focused on Georgia Tech.” Like Kirby and the Bulldogs, real success is about staying focused on the next step and emphasizing one game at a time. I grapple with the same emotions in my own life: the elation of wins and the apprehension after losses. Yet, sustained success is about embracing setbacks, learning, and emerging stronger. In both football and life, it's crucial not to dwell on past victories or succumb to naysayers. Instead, give your best in each moment, each opportunity. Success is found in relentless dedication to the next 60 minutes on the field—your next challenge. #SuccessMindset #Resilience #ForwardThinking

The Detroit Lions secured their first playoff victory in 32 years. I'm originally from metro Detroit and have been waiting for this moment for a very long time. There are many correlations between the Detroit Lions and commercial real estate and multifamily brokerage. 1) Blue-collar work ethic: I'm biased, but the mid-west breeds a strong underlying work ethic. 2) Resilience: The city of Detroit has experienced its share of hardship, especially during the 2008 financial crisis. The ability to rebuild and stay committed to building a brighter future is the key to the city's success. 3) Coaching: They hired a new coach and the team bought into the new system. Once the entire team bought in, they succeeded. It might not take 32 years to find success in commercial real estate, but the above items are key to finding success in this industry. #commercialrealestate #multifamilyinvesting #cre

AS A NEW YORK TRANSPLANT, SUPPORTING THE DETROIT LIONS HAS TAUGHT ME A THING OR TWO ABOUT DETERMINATION. Having never won a Super Bowl- or even getting close to winning one- they are are a force to be reckoned with as they want this win like no other team-despite difficult odds. Two years ago, the quarterback, Jared Goff, was "dumped" by the LA Rams and Detroit Lions Coach Dan Campbell-an underdog in the coaching arena- both came to town to build a team from scratch and take it to the Super Bowl. When asked to what he attributes his success, his answer is "the team has GRIT." I translate this lesson into my area of business development where the deals seem to be getting tougher, the costs of running a business are higher, and overall "work ethic" seems to be lacking. It's a tough world out there- and it seems to be getting tougher. But like the Lions, one learns the lesson of maintaining their goals and objectives and keeping their "eye on the prize"- and the prize is success no matter the challenges we face in today's world. I look forward to the Lions game on Sunday and the eyes of America are on this team. And whether they win or not, they have taught us a valuable life lesson. #CRE #commercialleasing #commercialbroker #realestate #realestatebroker #realestateexpert #retail #retailstores #retailbusiness #icsc #retailleasing #retailrealestate

It's #MeetTheTeam Tuesday!👋 Say hello to Jose "Bear" Hernandez. Bear works with our NGI National Constructors team in Cedar Springs, GA and has been with us for over 10 years! #LiveIt. 1.) What brought you to this company? It must have been the luck of the draw. I was having a conversation with an old buddy who still works with us and he convinced me to give it a shot. What can I say, been here ever since. 2.) What's the best thing about your job? The people I work with, just getting to teach other people coming up in the trade and like they say, we learn something new everyday. 3.) Who or what motivates you? I would have to say my Dad. I came up in the trade with him. He would always tell me to set my goals and achieve them. He taught me my work ethic and that is what pushed me to get my Texas Master's License. 4.) What's your favorite quote? If you want to make everyone happy, don't be a leader, sell ice cream. 5.) What's your favorite sports team? Dallas Cowboys 6.) What do you enjoy doing in your spare time? Just relaxing and spending quality time with my wife and three kids.

The #wednesdaymailbag is here. This week, Barry, from Brighton, wants to know my thoughts on Ford Field, and the potential economic impact of the Detroit Lions Playoff Run. The short answer... Go Lions! To level set a few things, we'll avoid questions about public financing of Stadiums for now... we'll save that fun conversation for another day. Now let's talk about Ford Field... It doesn't have the reputation of Arrowhead or Lambeau, but it is one of the National Football League (NFL)'s most unique venues. It's a domed stadium that fits in well with the overall fabric of Downtown Detroit, and there is a historic adaptive re-use component to the stadium as well. The stadium was able to re-use a former Hudson's department store warehouse which provides an interesting sense of history for what is still a relatively young venue, and helps the stadium feel like part of the neighborhood whether it's game day or not. As far as the atmosphere goes... all it took was a some good football to get us Detroit Lions fans out of our shell. The atmosphere this year and especially in the playoffs has been fantastic, and I expect that to continue. Finally, I would say the overall economic impact came at a perfect time. While Detroit has is unique in that all four professional sports teams play Downtown, our teams have had a tough go since 2014 or so, and I don't think the pandemic did Downtown Detroit any favors. This economic shot in the arm came at the perfect time, and hopefully we see more success in the coming years. #detroitteam & #crefam: Jeffrey Brendan Mark Barry Daniel Conrad Adam ARA Taylor Andrew @ Christopher Dan Renee Kyle Brendan Peter Thomas Christos JP Mark Gabe Maggie John Matt Craig Michael Eric Steve Josh Tilman Adam Will Nicholas Dawn Jason: that's my two cents... don't spend it all in one place and Go Lions!

Two essentials for success in anything you do! Consistency and Effort! Deion Sanders Jr was videotaping a Colorado locker room speech by Coach Prime and these were the two attributes that Prime preached to his team. If you are a College Football fan you know that Colorado Football has been the headline of sports for several months with Deion Sanders taking over the head coaching position. The team started HOT however they have been on a losing streak of late. What changed (well their opponents are better)? Effort and Consistency Working hard at practice and ensuring you are doing the right things during the game! How is your effort and consistency with work, parenting, and your relationships? #GTMofficer #founders #venturecapital

Entrepreneurship allowed me to realize I wanted these moments in my life.