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Tuesday, July 12, 2005

Leading or being led?

Today, I'd thought I'd share some thoughts that aren't always talked about, at least publicly. I used to anticipate reading Grant Peterson's diary in the Riv Reader because it dealt with real issues that many small bicycle brands face. I hope you find it interesting. If you don't want this type of conversation on our blog, email PMAN@SALSACYCLES.COM. If you like it, let me know as well, and I will share more of these types of topics as we go along.

I am struggling with the concept of leading or being led. Part of my job as GM is to ultimately lead Salsa in the right direction. I take this job very seriously and frankly, think I am lucky to have fallen into this position. It involves a lot of things like policies, financial success, product and employee development, etc. I am also the end of the line and final decision maker on issues and products. This job is sometimes painful, keeps me up at night and can involve some details that could put anyone to sleep. That said, it is the greatest job I have ever had and I am so thankful that I am part of Salsa Cycles.

My mental struggle the last few days is that we have a truly great concept for one of our products. I really believe it is great and believe that we would sell this product extremely well. In fact, it could possibly be the best selling product we have ever had in this particular category. On paper, this decision is simple. In my mind though, I am struggling with one aspect or detail of this product and how it could be misinterpretted. Some could argue the detail I have concerns about is no different than a Peace sign. I think a great majority would get it and those that don't are simply choosing not to get it or don't have a sense of humor. Frankly, I expect some people to voice some strong opinions as a result of this product and I don't want to answer the emails and letters to BRAIN from the folks that have issues. What voice do I listen to? See where I am going with this? Am I leading or being led?

Ultimately, for those still interested at this point, Salsa has ordered samples of this product so we have crossed that barrier. I'm really eager to see how it looks and feels in our hands because sometimes these types of topics get bigger than they really are and when you see them in final form, just aren't that big of deal....at least that is what I am hoping.

Anyway, sorry for the long and painful topic.

Jason "Butcher" Boucher

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