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EPISODE · Mar 20, 2026 · 8 MIN

Dr EPISODE 79: DISTRICT MANAGER? THE EXPECTATION REALITY (C-STORE TRAINING)

from Drive: Multi-Unit Excellence for C-Store District Managers · host C-Store Center

Show Notes (Drive Version)Episode Title: District Manager? The Expectation Reality (C-Store Training) (Episode 79) Episode Description: "I was the fourth person in two years to take that position. Everybody who went there got fired." In this special episode of Drive, Mike Hernandez introduces the @CStoreCenter YouTube channel directly to Multi-Unit Leaders. Sharing incredible stories from his time turning around toxic districts in Tennessee and driving 27,000 square miles across the Navajo Reservation, Mike explains how this training platform can save District Managers hours of constant crisis management.What You Will Learn:The Turnaround Reality: Why fixing a high-turnover district takes a year and a half of demanding accountability from toxic store managers.The Executive Test: How upper management tests aspiring District Managers, and why your preparation must be absolutely flawless.The Panel Interview: The exact answer Mike gave a Senior Vice President that secured his first District Manager promotion.The Educational Long Game: Why Mike spent 25 years finishing his degree, and how he is using technology and AI to train your employees for you.Resources & Links:Watch the Video: For the original, real-life experience version of this story, catch the full video version and subscribe at @CStoreCenter on YouTube.Join the Network: If you can relate to this journey and want to connect, text your first name to 9 5 6 - 8 9 7 - 9 1 9 2.

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