Today's show features:
- Leonard Bellavia, Founding Partner of Bellavia Cohen P.C.
- Mike Van Ryn, Vice President of Talent Development at Zeigler Auto Group
- Terry Lange, Assistant General Manager at Suburban Ford of Ferndale
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Key Moments:
00:00 Why Social Media Matters
05:37 VW Scout Lawsuit Breakdown
16:09 Dealer Model vs Direct Sales
24:16 What Happens Next in Court
34:44 Sponsor and Culture Shift
40:29 Resilience and Growth Mindset
42:57 Diamond Drops Recognition
44:38 Building Future GMs
51:01 Terry Ling Leadership Playbook
01:01:51 Roundtable and Wrap Up
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