MARK “ CAPTAIN STRIPER ” ESTRADA JR .
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BELIEVING IN YOURSELF AND EMPOWERING YOUR TEAM :
How Parking Lot Striping Can Teach Valuable Life Lessons
MARK “ CAPTAIN STRIPER ” ESTRADA JR .
As we navigate through life , it ’ s crucial to have a strong sense of self-belief . Believing in yourself can open doors to countless opportunities and help you overcome obstacles that stand in your way . But not only is it important to believe in yourself , it ’ s equally important to empower others to do the same . One surprising place where these valuable life lessons can be learned is through the art of parking lot striping . Parking lot striping may seem like a tedious task , but it actually requires a great deal of skill and precision . It involves carefully measuring and marking out stalls and painting the endless amount of details throughout the lot , from the ADA to the fire lane , ensuring that they are clean , aligned correctly and aesthetically pleasing . This happens when a team gets together and chases the main objective , “ complete and bill .” The end result is a neatly organized and bright parking lot that not only looks visually appealing , but also functions effectively and safely . When undertaking a parking lot striping project , it ’ s crucial to have confidence in your abilities . Each line that is painted requires a steady hand and a sharp eye for detail . If you doubt yourself or second-guess
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