November STRIVErs: Dave Miller and John Isaacs
Through our STRIVEr of the month program, we celebrate a Stutsman employee that exemplifies our core values and are nominated by their peers.
Dave Miller and John Isaacs are our November STRIVErs! When a customer’s grain setup caught fire, Dave and John’s actions exceeded expectations.
Values Represented:
Set the Bar Higher, Take the Lead, Radiate Enthusiasm, Instill Authenticity, Value Collaboration, and Exceed Expectations
Nomination:
“Dave Miller and John Isaacs responded to a grain bin service call around 9 p.m. at Galen Yoder’s. Upon checking out the situation, Dave called the fire department to put out the fire. They stayed and helped until midnight. When they returned the next morning to see how things were going, the pair realized the fire had rekindled and called the fire department again. Galen was so impressed with Dave exceeding expectations and setting the bar higher, he put an ad in the newspaper thanking him and the Kalona fire department. Not many people would pay to say thank you. On top of that Dave has been working with a bum knee, which he knew about well before the season started. He postponed his surgery to ensure he would be available to serve customers (and set the bar higher) when they needed him most.”
Shout out to John and Dave for going above and beyond!
Is there a Stutsman employee you want to nominate for the STRIVEr award?
Stutsman Core Values
Set the Bar Higher
The agriculture industry’s core foundation is based on innovation and adaptation. In order to stay on the forefront of the industry and continue to grow as a company, it is imperative that we remain open to new ideas, concepts, and methods with optimism. By being proactive and challenging the status quo, we can continue to move the standard in the right direction.
Take the Lead
No matter the task, no matter the position, we have an attitude of ownership and sense of initiative. The ability to make decisions with the company’s well-being in mind, as well as having the accountability to follow through with getting the job done, are traits conducive to success. Taking the lead includes questioning actions that are not consistent with our mission and values.
Radiate Enthusiasm
Attitudes are extremely contagious, so it is crucial we have ones worthy of catching. By being a “carrier” for optimism and enthusiasm we create an enjoyable and rewarding atmosphere.
Instill Authenticity
Being authentic is not just about being true to ourselves but upholding integrity in every aspect of life. Being honest, doing the right thing, and holding ourselves accountable in all that we say and do are true measures of a genuine person and company.
Value Collaboration
Maximizing teamwork and communication across the entire company is essential to overall success. By keeping our communication open and honest while breaking down internal barriers, we can foster unity, understanding, and overall productivity. After all, “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” -Henry Ford.
Exceed Expectations
In 1934 Eldon Stutsman made service the cornerstone of the company, and after all this time, exceptional service still defines who we are. Whether it’s our co-workers, our vendors, or especially our customers, we are driven to exceed their expectations.