When I was a lift operations supervisor, my team and I had a string of very hard days — cold weather, heavy lifting, long hours, etc. The strain on me was apparent as a young leader. My manager recognized my frustration and invited me out to go on a ride. We took a snowmobile to a closed area of the mountain and rode around on two feet of deep powder. With smiles on our faces and a refreshed demeanor, we stopped and talked about the struggles and how I could adjust and grow as a leader. My manager took the time to be a mentor and support me in my challenges. I will never forget that kindness. Deer Valley taught me how important it is to put people first and to be there when they need you.
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