Commitment at Every Level

By Maia Yrene, Marketing & Content Coordinator at ELEVATION180

When I first started at ELEVATION180, it was a brand-new dynamic. I was stepping into an established partnership—Jerry and Kelley had been working side by side for years, building a business rooted in passion, family, and a vision for something greater. I was the new person coming in, and none of us quite knew yet how committed the others would be.

They didn’t know if I was truly in it for the long haul, and I was observing just how serious they were about not only growing their brand, but also valuing the experience and perspective I brought to the table. I wanted to know: were they looking for someone to simply get the job done, or were they looking for someone to fully buy in—to care as deeply about the mission, the impact, and the brand as they did?

Turns out, they were looking for full commitment. And so was I.

I’ve always had a mindset of being “all in.” I don’t show up halfway. When I commit to something—whether it’s a project, a brand, or a team—I give it everything. From day one, that approach helped bridge the gap between being the new person and feeling like a real part of the ELEVATION180 team.

What helped most? Mutual commitment and respect.

It’s not always easy to step in and point out what’s not working or suggest ways to improve something that’s been running for a while. But Jerry and Kelley made my job easier by believing in me. They gave me the space to bring my ideas forward, they were patient with the process, and they committed to mentoring me along the way. That kind of trust and openness is rare—and it’s a big reason why ELEVATION180 continues to grow and make an impact.

Their commitment to changing lives isn’t just something we say—it’s something you feel when you’re around them. They truly care about every single person they work with, and that energy fuels everything we do as a brand.

Commitment also shows up in the day-to-day, even in the smallest ways. Kelley and I are in constant communication, and I can honestly say that our collaboration runs so smoothly because we’re both deeply committed to getting it right. On the rare occasions when something gets misunderstood or a project doesn’t look exactly like she envisioned, we don’t point fingers or let frustration build. We just hop on a call, talk it out, clarify what’s needed, and move forward. That’s the power of being committed—not just to the work, but to each other.

True commitment means being in it through every phase—during the startup stage, the slow build, the creative breakthroughs, the setbacks, the wins, and even when everything’s running full speed ahead. It means being present, staying accountable, and giving your best not just when it’s easy, but when it’s uncomfortable.

When everyone on the team is fully committed—when buy-in happens at every level—something incredible happens. You stop operating as individuals and start moving as one.

That’s when the real magic begins.

Before the bucket overflows, commit. Clarity, care, and accountability start with buy-in. Protect your team’s energy—at every level.

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