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Baby, when people are totally unwilling to discuss a problem, they ARE the problem. You continue to do you boo. I understand it's hard when people treat you unfairly, and due to your age, I'm pretty sure you haven't had to deal with as many instances of this as some of us have, but stand strong & don't let ANYBODY bring you down. Good wishes & prayers coming your way. Happy trails to ya!

Hey, greetings from Uganda 🇺🇬

The whole E community know that you guys are besties! You and the firebrid can kiss and makeup.

hi and have you seen anyone marry two elements together and add a poptop? i want to stand up in element. if so, do you have contact info? thks rox

Wow. I have a 2005 Khaki 5 speed and am 73 years old. Have my own business for 37 years and competition is unavoidable. My competition is Amazon and Walmart..underpriced me. I would be happy if they charged the same! I believe there is room for both of you. Don't let this take up alot of room in your head. There is a huge demand for good mechanics with integrity. I would be happy to pay you for advice about my Element but not very active on social media..so don't know how to contact you. Don't let this put a damper on your dreams..this will pass.

Hey buddy. Like you, and MOST rational humans, I detest drama too. You’re such a sharp young man. I’m proud of you for standing up for yourself and making this video. I met you and your girlfriend briefly at the event. It’s such a shame that you have to deal with this kind of childishness. Obviously she enjoys this type of thing. Drives me crazy. So sad. Keep on keeping on and staying positive while she dwells in the negative. Sounds like she’s pretty shady. I’m brand new to this community and am not into social media besides watching wayyyyy too much you tube. I’m in NC too and look forward to possibly meeting you again in the future. God Bless

Well homie, like Madea said I'm the Tyler Perry's Movie & I'm not even joking or laughing either, but she says " Darling, People are ALWAYSSSS gunna talk aboutchu and Call you names, WHAT & ONLY thing that ACTUALLY matters, is whatchu Answer to". Think about that for a bit, bro. Further more, don't stress their B.s Yeo. .. People suck at times, man. Nothing we can do about it, dude. .. From what I've gathered from ya videos on here, is that You're Smart, Respectful, Seem Very Kind and Truly DO want the drama to stop etc etc... Listen to me, It sucks, BUT You're Hot as Hell, ma Dude, Ya got that energy aboutchu, the past experience and the Knowledge of the Mechanical aspect of things, dude. Start over and rebuild, manz. Again, it sucks, But YOU Can do it, you've got this Homie... Start over and Create Your own group and make sure they Acknowledge Honesty, Integrity, No Drama and Community is Family. Best of luck homie. Keep ya head up and keep on pushing thru. You've got this. Stay Golden. Sincerely, ya new friend from North Jersey. Peace ma Dude

What a great video, I’m actually new to the element community, I got one 2 weeks ago I’m loving it, is there are community groups to forums to join?

You sound like a sweet good guy doing your best here. Really appreciate what you’ve done and accomplished and would definitely love to have you help me with my no rust cali element now relocated to Chicago if u ever get to Chicago. Sendin good vibes 🙏❤️✌️

This is all so nuts!! Seems to me that anyone can see your level headedness and should know that you were/are more than capable of working out such a simple understanding. Glad it’s all in the past for you (I hope) and if you make it out west I’ll be more than happy to throw some work your way. 👍🏽👊🏽

What a great video! @habanero_the_element approves this message!! 😹😹😹😜

I saw one of these in the target parking lot in Wilmington, NC with that decal.

I appreciate that you are not participating in negative team building. Resist that please. People will want you to criticize others when they support you and “take your side” Stay professional in your responses. It will serve you well in conflict resolution.

Good stuff!!

Thanks so much for answering my questions AND for the video showing how you ran your electric cord through the back!

Goodtimes...I'm getting a Honda Acty this summer.

What is a Honda Akdee?

Thank you for dissing Miata’s

Bro Huy Ner is funny asf

Cheers 🥃

Cheeseburger!

Dude, Phoenix does not run this world! You can do whatever you want to do! You sound like you are much more mature than her! You are competition and she can’t handle it. Just move on from her ! Life is too damn short.

She see's you as competition so for her that means to destroy your reputation. I think you are doing amazing things by opening your business, and as a young person, you can do all of the things like becoming a pilot. Keep focusing on your journey your goals.

Great little product you came up with!

Please let me know when you get down to socal. I could use a valve adjustment. =)

Do you sell the pigtail only?

David I’m an element owner. I’m in several of the groups. I’ve watched this kinda unfold. I can tell you no way would I hire phoenix to work on anything I own. You are clearly a young man of integrity it shows even without this video. There was some miscommunication or lack of communication. This should be easily chalked up as exactly that and refund people’s money that didn’t get what they paid for. As for what you charge or working on elements. Who cares what she thinks! You could charge 349. Or 351 it wouldn’t matter. She’s bitter! People for the most part see through the bs. Phoenix is immature as hell to block, threaten trespassing etc. Keep doing you. It will all be alright You are a good dude.

What a hooking intro👀🍑

Huh?

20:38 I will stop here, I got other things to do. Here are my key points as a photographer and business owner who is in different industries also I’m 23 years old who has worked with people older than me. Take it as a learning experience -You should be the one doing the whole logistics with the photo packages and how things are going to be done and handle. You faced a challenge because you were not 100% in charge. As a photographer it should be to your criteria what to charge, how to charge and how to do the whole process. Phoenix did hired you but she shouldn’t had to helped you in any way on that because she is the client. It’s a learning process of course and you could try doing photo packages but you gotta have helpers. 1st station charging and handling papers with what the actual photo package will have , 2nd station giving out information and identifiers and 3rd the photographers. The photographers only job should be take pictures. - Valve adjustments: charge to what seems fair market value taking in consideration experience, gas money, time, tools and taxes. This is a tricky part because you are charging for something to be done well. I quickly checked her page and compare with yours and I will be honest yours look way way more professional. That gives a ton of credibility to your brand. Lesson learned also you cannot please everyone, you shouldn’t worry about pleasing everyone. Worry about building a solid relationship with your clients. I don’t know phoenix side of the story but based on the 20 minutes I have seen this video you are handling it way more professional. Try not to blurry the lines between friendship and professionalism. Remember if it’s not written it did not exist. Work with contracts if possible to everything is there and do not do last minute changes. The issue with the pictures was a miscommunication issue and logistical issue. Things like this are prepared months in advance and last minute changes should never be done. Hope this helps and you learn from it. When drama arrives address each client individually and as professional as possible. I wanted to add something too, people will overcharge and undercharge their services so charge your own price that will leave you a profit. A profit that will actually pay the bills and put food on the table and let the work speak for itself. Same as photography, I see people at Walmart charging $14 for professionally done portraits but that is undercharging. Make sure you do your research on what to charge taking in consideration economics and the inflation rates, cost of gas, cost of everything and then your labor

Me not having a clue what is happening

You're twenty years old and you've done quite a lot. That both of you are charging the same amount for a valve adjustment isn't one copying the other it's just where the market is for the service and there should be plenty of element owners that need this service. I've purchased some products from your Toaster Parts company and I'm very pleased. I'm a newbie to the Element community and this is the first "dust-up" I've heard of. We're planning on attending the PNW gathering in August and expect to have a good drama-free experience experience. Thanks for your support of the Element community.

This happens in a lot of communities bro the exact same thing is happening with the Ebike community right now.someone is always causing drama and people always get sensitive when they think you're trying to "steal" business. Keep doing what you're doing bro! Maybe start your own group and ride/meet ups 👌

The star on the windshield was the best idea as the car is stationary. She should not be dissing you on FB since it was miscommunication and her poor decisionto change the procedure to a more confusing way. Offering a photo package was not necessary anyway. Was she making a profit on said package? What ever. Everyone has a camera. An event like that takes 2 or more professional photographers to do pro shots if its a paid package. Yeah, she's an element expert, but she can't tell people not to start an E business. She's being unreasonable and petty. Good luck to you. This mobil mechanic stuff is just a part of your life. A chapter. I see you going far in many things. You rock!

Here you are, being respectful the entire time, while the person you are showing respect to is trying to burn you down. Your post here defines how an adult handles conflict.

I am a former member of the woodworking community via instagram and CZcams, and I completely understand. Number one, I’m on your side because of who your father is. Number two, I’m on your side because I watched the whole video with Stephanie. Number three, now I want to buy an element and have you come to Texas to get her in shape. We just sold our suv last Wednesday and will pay cash for the next car. Debt free is a real thing brother and you’re smart to stay there. I have no doubt you’ll build your business or a business one day and I promise you won’t need a stupid credit score. Amen and I pray all the blessings upon you and your dreams. This is just a stepping stone. Keep handling things the way you do and you’ll go far. Much respect.

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