Don Hall’s Monthly Columns

In today’s business climate, leading by example is more important than ever. Strong leadership inspires teams, setting the tone for success and resilience.

Proposed 25% auto tariffs threaten to significantly increase vehicle prices, creating challenges for dealers and consumers alike. Despite the uncertainty, the industry is preparing, drawing on a long history of resilience to navigate economic shifts.

‘When you stop learning, you stop leading.’ That’s a truth I reaffirmed at a recent industry gathering, where I was reminded that continuous growth is essential, no matter where you are in your career. I challenge you to seek opportunities to learn from diverse perspectives and push beyond your comfort zone, because staying stagnant is a recipe for irrelevance.

VADA’s Don Hall joined officials from Virginia’s community college system on a bus tour of community colleges in Tennessee. Here’s what they saw.