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72 | AD Today 2018 | OWN IT may be challenging. Successful people have the confidence to 'show up' even when they may not have all the answers, and use their confidence and relationship- building skills to build trust and bridge any gaps that exist." Scott Bardreau, Vice President of Sales & Marketing of AD supplier partner Matco-Norca, LLC in Brewster, NY agreed. "'Bringing it' every day means enjoying what you do and demonstrating that to those around you," he said, adding that being passionate, focused, and energetic all factor in as well. "Being approachable and willing to contribute to the success of others defines 'bringing it' for me." O w n Yo ur C ar e er : H o w D o Yo u B r in g I t E v er y D a y ? "I look at each day as bringing my 'A' Game! Standard Supply has 206 employees and I feel that I must be at my best daily to protect our work family." – Todd Day, Standard Supply Todd Day President Standard Supply Continued from page 71 For Todd Day, President of AD member Standard Supply in Dallas, TX, a steadfast dedication to his organization drives him to give his all. "I look at each day as bringing my 'A' Game!" he said. "Standard Supply has 206 employees and I feel that I must be at my best daily to protect our work family." Ted Simpson, Senior Vice President of Marketing at AD, shared that "'bringing it' to me means coming in every day with the intention to make a difference." As the above range of perspectives show, "bringing it" means different things to different people, but often drives a strikingly similar result – a motivated team, a positive environment, and a productive and successful organization. HELPING OTHERS "BRING IT" Whether inspired by a passion for their job, a dedication to a goal or an organization, or some other factor, mentoring and empowering others is considered a big part of "bringing it." Knowing that organizational goals are often accomplished by the collaborative efforts of a team, successful leaders universally agree that one of their key roles is to be a "coach" who helps motivate other team members to bring it every day. Panasonic's Steiner agreed. To help support team members in being their best, "I like to be a positive influence and example, and try to be available to my team and listen to what they have to say," she said. "I also tell my team that I have the faith, trust, and confidence in them to do whatever it is they're doing, which gives them a boost when they feel less than confident about what they're working on." Finally, she said, "I lead by example and would never ask someone to do something that I'm not willing to do or have done myself. I give my all every day (professionally and personally) and that guides my team to do the same." AD's Maroni confirmed that regular contact and clear communication are key to helping team members be their best. "I speak with each Scott Bardreau Vice President of Sales & Marketing Matco-Norca, LLC