Clarity Compressed with Paul J. Daly

Clarity Fam

Last week I was a part of executing the largest event I've ever been a part of, ASOTU CON where hundreds of Auto Dealers and Industry Partners gathered just a mile from where I grew up in South Philly for 2 days.

We laughed, cried, learned, danced, and yes, ate cheese steaks from the Geno's that was built into the venue. More than all of that, I left it all on the field.

Five hours of sleep across 2 days. Not sustainable, but I'd argue that it's healthy.

Pursue Clarity,

Paul
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Clarity Fam,

Some people are wired to play it safe all the time. Some are wired to swing for the fence. I'm the latter, HOWEVER, not all the time. I'm in the midst of throwing the largest live event I've ever been a part of and it's got me thinking about the value of taking big swings.

There are times to swing, and times to hold and I talk about both in todays episode.

Keep swinging big and keep pursuing clarity,

Paul
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Clarity Fam,

Those who have been here for a while know about my relationship with Gary Vaynerchuk and his businesses because of my early involvement in his Vayner Mentors program. So I wasn't surprised when I got an email asking what the best way to trade out of the truck that Gary has been in for the last 6 years. I mean, I'm their 'car guy'.

In my opinion, the Land Cruiser that has driven him over 250,000 miles and has been featured in hundreds (maybe thousands) of posts as he made content from the back seat in NYC is a iconic piece of entrepreneurial history that must be preserved.

So I bought it.

I'm going to drive it, tastefully customize it, and sell it to a super-fan who will continue to preserve it. I'm going to document it on this instagram account too.

Today I talk about this journey and why I think its good to find a way you can express your creativity AND make a profit.

Pursue Clarity,

Paul

P.S. I’ve been hard at work with team ASOTU to put together what I think is going to be the best automotive conference the industry has ever seen.

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Clarity Fam,

I've been living that Dad life even in my new office space. My agency, Congruent, moved into our new building months ago. My wife Sara and I made sure all the details were in place from the neatly lined up bottled beverages in the new kitchen, to the 8' plants that separate the cafe and work space.

Every meeting room had nice furniture and new TV ready to be streamed to. There is even bumpin music in the bathrooms...in stereo. However, my office was a stock room with a desk for me.

Finally this past week some shelving and sound treatments went up and I was able to start organizing inspiration. I wanted it to feel more like a retail shop than an office, and its getting close.

I talk through some of the items and rationale of having a space that inspires this week and hope it encourages you to do something inspiring of your own.

Pursue Clarity,

Paul

P.S. I’ve been hard at work with team ASOTU to put together what I think is going to be the best automotive conference the industry has ever seen.

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Clarity Fam,

Just a few years ago, the word 'brand' took a hit. That's because it became a buzzword and by definition, buzzwords lose their punch. That doesn't mean that the concept is void of meaning though!

Next up, the word "community". I share my thoughts in this episode.

Pursue Clarity,

Paul

P.S. I’ve been hard at work with team ASOTU to put together what I think is going to be the best automotive conference the industry has ever seen.

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Clarity Fam,

I've been spending the last 18 months trying to figure out my sleep. Mainly, trying to feel better on less of it.

That reminds me of a principle in business and in life that you can apply today in things great or small. I hope you will!

Keep measuring that CLARITY,

Paul

P.S. I’ve been hard at work with team ASOTU to put together what I think is going to be the best automotive conference the industry has ever seen.

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Clarity Fam,

Last week I recorded over a dozen podcast episodes across several of my initiatives. One of which is the new Auto Collabs Podcast . (I hope you check it out!).  One of our guests talked about the fact that every decision in life causes pain, regardless of the direction you take. That principle was lodged in my brain for the rest of the week so I though it would be helpful to share with you.

So many times we are tempted to think that a decision can be painless, however, there is always a requirement on us. This makes the self awareness to truly count the real cost more important than ever.

Keep Pursuing That Clarity!

Paul

P.S. I’ve been hard at work with team ASOTU to put together what I think is going to be the best automotive conference the industry has ever seen.

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Clarity Fam

Today I'm standing on a finished driveway that took longer and cost more than it should have. Or at least more than I thought it would. 

As I stand here on this smooth blacktop, I'm reminded of how getting the groundwork right is worth the effort and how overlaying this mentality in many areas of my life would be more than beneficial.

Pursue Clarity,

Paul

P.S. I’ve been hard at work with team ASOTU to put together what I think is going to be the best automotive conference the industry has ever seen.

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Clarity Fam,

There is so much click bait in the world and the above subject line isn't that. It's true. The car I leased 3 years and 30k miles ago is only worth $3000 less than I paid for it...meaning I was able to enjoy it for only $1000 per year.

The reasons for that have to do with a pandemic, supply shortages, and some fortunate timing on my end. But that isn't really what this episode is about. It's about taking risks.

As I prepare to trade in my car for vehicle that Gary Vee has been in for the last 6 years (slipped that one in there), I share some thoughts why I believe taking risks is necessary.

Pursue Clarity,

Paul

P.S. I’ve been hard at work with team ASOTU to put together what I think is going to be the best automotive conference the industry has ever seen.

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Clarity Fam,

I'm not a big F1 racing fan, but when I heard this quote from a legendary driver, I moved closer to being one. It is so easy to look at the inconvenient and challenging environments in life as nothing but problems. However, the very best operators, athletes, and entrepreneurs understand an entirely different perspective on those types of environments.

Today I share a quote and the perspective that drives it. (Pun very much intended)

Pursue Clarity,

Paul

P.S. I’ve been hard at work with team ASOTU to put together what I think is going to be the best automotive conference the industry has ever seen.

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