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Dive into authentic conversations with our guests, exploring their journeys, triumphs, and the moments that defined their love through motorcycles. We also highlight the rising stars ready to lead the next generation. Whether you’re a rider or just curious, our stories will inspire and connect you to some of the most amazing people of our industry.
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A Life in Motion: Leadership, Perspective & Gene Silas| One Gang Worldwide Ep 122
In this episode of One Gang Worldwide, we sit down with Gene Silas, Vice President of Sales at Brightline Dealer Advisors and a man who has spent more than three decades inside the dealership world from the showroom floor to high-level leadership.
Gene takes us on a chronological ride through his journey: his time in the Marine Corps, his early years learning the business from the ground up, and the climb that eventually put him in rooms where real decisions get made. Along the way, he opens up about the disciplines that shaped him, the mentors who influenced his path, and the mindset that carried him through tough chapters both professionally and personally.
We dive into the realities of today’s dealership landscape, the overlooked power of service departments, the rapid rise of AI in the industry, and how leaders can adapt without losing the human touch that keeps businesses alive. Gene also shares the personal practices that keep him grounded, including jiu-jitsu, self-development, and the role mental health has played in his growth as a leader and a man.
Whether you’re in the dealership world, building a career, or working on becoming a stronger version of yourself, this conversation delivers valuable lessons from someone who’s lived every rung of the ladder.
This is the story of a Marine, a leader, and a man who never stopped learning.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:40 Rapid Fire Questions
13:14 Early Life and Influences
15:38 Military Service and Transition
20:40 Entering the Dealership World
25:06 Training and Mentorship
29:09 Industry Evolution and AI Impact
33:11 Introduction to the Guest's Background
33:27 Discovering Affordable Motorcycles on Amazon
33:43 Harley's Entry-Level Bikes and Market Trends
40:04 The Importance of Service in Dealerships
45:29 The Role of Passion in Motorcycle Sales
49:39 The Impact of Jujitsu on Business and Life
55:13 Reflections on Life-Changing Events
58:24 Mentorship and Future Industry Leaders
59:58 The Future of the Industry and Core Values
01:01:06 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Connect with Gene:
Website: brightlinedealeradvisors.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gene-silas-47563111
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