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Even Firefighters Need Refills

Not every gift is just a product.Some are metaphors in disguise — like this bold red “Fire Fighter” bottle a dear friend gave me after a season of intense personal and business challenges. At first glance, it’s a hydration tool. But if you read the label, it’s something more — a “Thirst Extinguisher.”Instructions not just for drinking, but for surviving. In business, especially as…

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Human First? The Dangerous Game We Play in Business

I used to believe that seeing the human in every business relationship was the right thing.And truthfully—it is.But I’ve learned the hard way: > Not everyone returns the favor. I’ve extended trust. Given grace. Took calls at midnight. Offered flexible terms.Why?Because I saw the person. Not just their company name or invoice.I thought they’d appreciate it.I thought they’d respect…

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🔥 I Don’t Burn for Revenge. I Burn for What’s Right.

I’ve learned to walk away from a lot of things. Cheap applause. Fake alliances. Comfort that costs too much. But there’s one thing I won’t walk away from — righteous anger. Not rage. Not ego. But that deep fire that rises when wrong is called right, when power is abused, when silence becomes betrayal. I’ll pay the price for speaking up. For standing alone. For protecting what matters —…

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🏗️💨 “Gas-Powered Legends: The Forklift & the Fart”

How science, forklifts, and flatulence have more in common than you think. 🌪️ Chapter 1: Nature’s Warning System Farts aren’t just awkward noises — they’re signals. Composed of methane, nitrogen, hydrogen sulfide, and more, they’re nature’s way of saying: “Something’s off down here.” Similarly, a forklift with worn-out parts, dirty filters, or low-quality hydraulics emits signals too — just…

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When ‘Urgent’ Means Nothing — The Silent Crisis Behind Forklift Downtime

“We need the forklift back up ASAP.” Sound familiar?If you’ve ever said those words to a supplier or repair team — and got radio silence for hours or even days — you’re not alone. Here’s the uncomfortable truth:In this industry, “urgent” has lost its meaning. Too many forklift parts suppliers and service providers treat downtime like a minor inconvenience.But for people running warehouses,…

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Which Quotient Drives You? (It’s Not Always IQ)

Most of us grew up thinking success came down to how smart you are — your IQ. But as life unfolded — business challenges, personal losses, leadership moments — I learned that intelligence is just one piece of the puzzle. There are four quotients that shape how we grow, lead, and live: IQ – Intelligence Quotient: Logic, analysis, reasoning. EQ – Emotional Quotient: Empathy, awareness, social…

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Top 5 Badass Things Smart Forklift Owners Do That Make Their Forklifts Last Longer, Perform Better, and Save Them a Boatload of Money (and stress)

Smart owners train their operators to treat forklifts with respect. No slamming pallets. No reckless turning. No using forks to pry stuff open like a crowbar. Result: Fewer breakdowns. Smoother operations. Forklifts that last double the lifespan.It’s not luck. It’s discipline. They run their PM like clockwork — oil, filters, hydraulic checks, tires, batteries — scheduled like a religion. They…

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Top 5 "WTF-are-you-thinking" Insane Things That Forklift Owners Shockingly Do In Maintenance

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Why Christian Entrepreneurs Must Stop Chasing External Success and Start Feeding the Soul

There’s a dangerous pattern I’ve seen in Christian entrepreneurship:We’re growing brands but starving our spirit.We’re chasing influence while our internal world is collapsing. This is the silent crisis of today’s faith-driven business leaders —obsessed with the external, but starving internally. “What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?” – Mark 8:36 It’s a…

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Sold: The Forklift That Cost 41% More — and Why It Made Sense

In the forklift business, price battles are common — but they’re not always wise. We recently had a customer choose a forklift priced 41% higher than a competitor’s offer. This wasn’t about luck. It was about strategy, value, and long-term thinking. Here’s what this experience taught us — and what we want to share with fellow buyers, dealers, and business owners: 1. Total Cost of Ownership Is…

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When Telling the Truth Costs You Sales—And Why I Still Choose It

We’ve lost business. Not because we delivered late. Not because our quality failed. Not because our service lacked. We lost business because people believed a lie over the truth. In an age where flashier claims drown out facts, where overpromising is standard practice, and where price tags matter more than integrity, truth has become an underdog. Let’s be real. It hurts. Watching a customer…

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The Quiet Beauty of Being a Founder

There’s a beauty I often think about — the beauty of being a founding member of a concept, a movement, a dream that didn’t exist before we dared to imagine it. It’s not loud or glamorous. It’s not decorated with applause. It’s often quiet. Sometimes lonely. Always uncertain. Yet, there’s something deeply human about it. It’s the willingness to create without guarantee. To give your energy,…

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Dream Forklift Operators vs. Real Forklift Operators: Why Good Talent is Endangered

In a perfect world, forklift operators are skilled, careful, and respect the machine they drive.In the real world? Not always. We’re facing a growing shortage of capable operators. Poorly trained drivers. Reckless handling. Zero respect for forklift health. A dream operator extends the life of your machine and keeps your business safe.A careless operator shortens your forklift’s lifespan,…

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The Ideal Forklift Never Breaks Down. Reality Check: Yours Will.

Everyone dreams of a perfect forklift — one that never breaks down, never fails at the worst time, and runs like clockwork for years.Reality? That forklift doesn’t exist. No matter how good the machine is, without preventive maintenance, regular inspections, and reliable parts, breakdowns are inevitable. And when it happens, it’s not just the forklift that stops — your whole operation feels…

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👉 Realism, Idealism, and Forklifts: The Tough Conversations the Industry Needs

Realism, Idealism, and Forklifts: The Tough Conversations the Industry Needs The forklift industry isn’t exactly famous for innovation or bold thinking.For decades, it’s been stuck in a cycle of “good enough,” “cheap is best,” and “this is how we’ve always done it.” At EGAN, we believe it’s time to disrupt that.It’s time to have the real conversations the industry needs — even if they’re…

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Entrepreneurship: My Life on a Chessboard

Sometimes, when I look at my life as an entrepreneur, it feels like I’m sitting at a giant chessboard. Every decision — every move — matters.Every miscalculation has a consequence.Every small, quiet success becomes a stepping stone toward something greater. Running a business isn’t just about hard work or hustle. It’s strategy. It’s anticipation. It’s patience. It’s the thrill of seeing three…

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Navigating Global Challenges with Resilience and Vision

The world is once again at a turning point.Tariff changes are shaking industries, businesses are being tested, and global supply chains are under pressure. At EGAN, we see and understand the weight of these disruptions — and we stand in solidarity with all those affected, particularly our partners, suppliers, and industry peers in China and beyond. But where others see obstacles, we see…