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any people have commented on the great articles Carl Schoening has contributed to this magazine. Because we don’t have his reflections on industry leaders in this issue, I’ve decided to contribute some of my own. While I am the first person to say “I’m no Carl Schoening” and I don’t have nearly as much experience as he does, I do have a few comments to share.
The Passing of Staton Douthit Industry veteran Staton Douthit passed away in October. No, I never met him – but I used to mail him an invitation to the annual Top Chord Club dinner held in conjunction with BCMC each year. To me, Staton was a legend. Not only had he served as the very first president of the Wood Truss Council of America, but also he recruited members! I don’t recall the final tally of his Top Chord Club points, but it was the top echelon. And while my interactions with Staton were limited, I thought highly of him. You don’t achieve Diamond Club status in the Top Chord Club without actively growing the association – you work for it. I can only imagine that he worked equally hard on all aspects of his business and the association.
Commitment and Dedication in Leaders Whether or not I’ve met someone face to face, I can respect them for who they are, what they have accomplished, and how they show their commitment to a worthy endeavor. True leaders are memorable, and we always learn something from them. Sometimes, the success of a leader is obvious – they’re recognized with awards or mentioned often as a role model by their peers. Other times, however, leaders continue to work without praise, without recognition, and sometimes even without success. I have known some of those leaders too. And, without naming any names, I have to say that sometimes a leader’s failure has made a bigger impression on me than a success. Fighting the good fight never guarantees that you’ll succeed. But, a leader knows that you can lose a round without being defeated.
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The People Who Inspire Us Whether you’re new to this industry or have decades under your belt, I’ll bet that, right now as you’re reading this, you’re probably thinking about someone who you consider to be a leader. Maybe it’s an obvious choice, or maybe it’s an unsung hero. Maybe it’s someone whose passion was evident at the state chapter level, or even simply a small community. And maybe you would like to say a few words on a person who you think should be recognized. Two sentences, two paragraphs, two pages – you are welcome to send a submission to me. In sharing your stories, maybe we will all feel a little more inspired.
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