Ep.142 – A Lifetime of Teachable Moments

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Written By Paul Fenner

I am the product of a tight-knit, small-town community.   

While searching for a job during college, I was fortunate to cross paths with Darrell and Melodee Hoff, who became my first career mentors.  

Darrell recently passed, and I wanted to share not only the practical skills I learned from him but also the profound influence of his mentor in shaping my personal and professional outlook to this day.  

Here are a few key takeaways 

  • Mentors can deliver more than business lessons, 

  • How you define family is up to you,  

  • As Darrell always used to say, “Plan the work and work the plan.”  

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1 Big Idea to Think About

  • Do not underestimate the importance of cherishing and prioritizing relationships, especially with mentors and loved ones, amidst life's busyness.

1 Way You Can Apply This

  • Regularly evaluate your relationships and consciously invest time and effort in nurturing them, ensuring that you prioritize meaningful connections over daily distractions.

1 Question to Ask

  • Who are the mentors or loved ones in my life whom I may have neglected due to busyness, and how can I make amends and strengthen those relationships?

Key Moments From the Show 

  • Introduction and Tribute to Darrell Hoff (00:00:03 - 00:01:53)

  • Reflections on Darrell's Impact on Business and Life Lessons (00:01:53 - 00:03:58)

  • Regret Over Not Prioritizing Time with Darrell (00:04:26 - 00:05:29)

  • Encouragement to Cherish Relationships Amidst Busyness (00:05:29 - 00:08:01)

Resources Featured in This Episode: 

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Guided by Experience: The Transformative Power of Mentorship 

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