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Focus on personal and professional growth, ! It's ok to be comfortable but remind yourself to aim for those higher goals that will contribute to bigger successes.
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You are capable of accomplishing so much, ! Keep reaching for those goals and show yourself how strong you really are.
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Happy Thanksgiving, ! 🦃🍁🥧 What are you most thankful for? We are truly thankful for our customer's continued support and commitment and for our Team Members who continuously nurture those relationships every day throughout the year. ⁠
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We hope you have a wonderful and relaxing day! If you need to place an order while our branches are closed today and tomorrow (11/23-11/24), email us at: [email protected]. Orders will be processed on Monday, 11/27 - thank you!
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What are you thankful for, ? We know you will be asked that question a lot this week. So, think back and be ready to show off what you've accomplished this year!
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A friendly reminder, ! FinishMaster will be closed this Thursday, 11/23 & Friday, 11/24 in observance of Thanksgiving. Plan ahead and place your orders early to minimize service disruptions next week.⁠
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For help with orders, contact your Local Sales Rep, call our Team of Experts 800-233-9133 or email us at [email protected].
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Smart's direct to metal primers are designed to match factory E-coat colors. Available in black, olive green, light green, gray, tan, and white.
Learn more about these products by downloading the Smart digital catalog here: https://www.finishmaster.com/smart
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No fear, ! Even though you can't make everything happen, make it count for the things you end up doing. You'll thank yourself for what you end up accomplishing!
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Good Morning, ! FinishMaster will be closed Thursday, 11/23 & Friday, 11/24 in observance of Thanksgiving. Plan ahead and place your orders early to minimize service disruptions next week.⁠
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Contact your Local Sales Rep or call our Team of Experts 800-233-9133.⁠
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Happy Veterans Day, ! Today we celebrate and honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.⁠
Thank you to all the members of our military for your service, and FinishMaster would also like to thank those who are actively serving.
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What can you learn from your connections and relationships within the industry? Check out the FinishMaster sponsored content article with BodyShop Business to discover how key partners and the collision repair community could help optimize your shop's performance.

https://finishmaster.info/Optimizing-Shop-Performance-Through-Community

Make the best of your situation, ! No matter where you are, make it beautiful.
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From plastic, steel, aluminum, and panel repairs to foams that fill voids, prevent vibration and dampen sounds, AND seam sealers that can be applied to bare metal, Smart 2-part cartridges have you covered!
Learn more about these products by downloading the Smart Digital catalog here: https://www.finishmaster.com/smart
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Well, don't really try to scare yourself 🎃 but we do recommend stepping out of your comfort zone. How else will you learn if something will work for you if you don't give it a try?
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Smart's associated products provide premium performance at an affordable price. With an entire catalog of product categories including abrasives, bed liners, clears and primers, masking tapes, disposable cups and more, Smart has your next refinishing process covered.
Do yourself a favor and check out Smart's line of products today: https://www.finishmaster.com/smart
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Dare yourself to step out of that comfort zone, ! Don't be the one responsible for not following your own dreams.
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Have you tried out Smart's NEW Disposable Paint Cup System? 125 or 200 micron filters available for both waterborne and solvent options in four different cup sizes: 200, 400 , 650, 850 (mL).⁠ Adapters available to fit all industry standard spray guns.
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Contact your local FM Sales Rep or call our Team of Experts 800-233-9133 to learn more about Smart PCS and kit pricing too.⁠
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Click here to learn about Smart Associated Products: https://www.finishmaster.com/smart
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How do you tell your colleagues they're amazing without making it awkward, ? 🤪 There are many ways but showing them might be the best way to lift up their spirits.
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Knowing what type of seam sealer to use for your repair is critical for replicating the OEM finish. Check out FinishMaster's sponsored content article through FenderBender to learn more about seam sealers and how to choose the right product for the right job.

https://finishmaster.info/Sponsored-Content-Seam-Sealers

Check out this project from R&D Chevy Truck Parts!!! We’re lucky to have our Branch Manager, Pete! His experience and dedication to supporting the customer helped pull together an incredible piece of work.

Thank you FenderBender for sharing this awesome update about the 2023 Hood Master event! It was a true success and we are so thankful to see the continued support from the industry.
We’re already looking forward to the 2024 Hood Master & PiN Master challenges!

Hood Master and PiN Master Winners Announced In attendance at the Biltwell Event Center in Indianapolis on Sept. 22 were 350 people to see the works submitted for this year’s Hood Master and PiN Master Challenges.

It may not make sense at first, but change can help you head in a better direction than before. Embrace those moments and focus on the positive!
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Did you know FinishMaster has partnered with the Collision Repair Education Foundation for the past 3 years to co-host the PiN Master Student challenge at Hood Master? Additionally, CREF has helped us facilitate a fundraiser, which gives back to the future of the collision repair industry, during the Hood Master event too. All in all, it’s a win-win-win situation and we’re proud to have helped raise $30K for CREF at this year’s event. Thank you to those who contributed and to everyone who helped make this happen!

💪 Words of encouragement all of us need to hear at some point, . What doesn't break you makes you stronger and we all know that is a fact.
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Set your goals, maintain your focus, and stay positive! You're building a foundation for yourself, so be patient and know that hard work pays off in due time.
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Hey, Hood Master Fans! Here is your SNEAK PEEK at one-of-a-kind prizes available through Friday's silent auction to support the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF)!

From the infancy of Hood Master, Axalta has been a loyal Diamond sponsor and joined us in our efforts to support CREF. We are so grateful to Axalta for their partnership and passion to accelerate the careers, training, and development of rising talent in the collision repair industry.

A big thank you to the Axalta team!

Whether you're joining us for the Hood Master & PiN Master event or not, you'll have the chance to bid on auction prizes beginning at 5 PM ET and non-winning 2023 premium hoods at 6:30pm ET this Friday, September 22nd, by following this link: https://www.finishmaster.com/hood-master-challenge

Happy Bidding!

AkzoNobel’s support as a Diamond Sponsor gives us the ability to continue showcasing the artistry within the industry while giving back to CREF. Not to mention, this level of sponsorship helps bring the entire Hood Master event together.

We’re thrilled to welcome both Dave and Amy to Indianapolis as AkzoNobel’s judges. They both share a deep passion for the industry, and each bring unique and exciting backgrounds to this year’s panel of judges. Take time at Hood Master this Friday, 9/22, to connect with these two and to learn why this event is so important to them.

Thank you, AkzoNobel, Dave, and Amy for being a part of the 2023 Hood Master experience!

Sign up for your FREE tickets to attend: https://www.finishmaster.com/hood-master-challenge
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What is Hood Master? A true industry experience. Watch the linked video to learn about the community the Hood Master Challenge has created for professionals and students, and how it supports collision repair programs supported by CREF. https://www.finishmaster.com/hood-master-challenge

The 2023 Hood Master event is this Friday, 9/22, from 6-9pm at the Biltwell Event Center in Indianapolis. Experience Hood Master in person, including the 2023 hoods, the students’ bowling pins, and the online silent auction prizes and mystery gift table for the CREF fundraiser.

Kids AND ADULTS will be entertained by watching and learning how to pinstripe, tape, and doing a Hood Master Scavenger Hunt. Additionally, you’ll be able to meet challengers, sponsors, our industry panel of judges including Dave Kindig and Cory Mroz, and more!

Light fare is complimentary to guests and a cash bar will be available to purchase drinks. Complimentary parking is also available at the event. Dress code is casual.

If you can’t make it to this year’s event, save these times to still be a part of the ONLINE experience:
- 5pm ET: 1st online silent auction opens via Hood Master landing page.
- ~6:30pm ET: 2023 Hood Master & PiN Master winners announced on Instagram Live.
- 6:30pm ET: 2nd online silent auction opens via Hood Master landing page which includes premium non-winning 2023 hoods.

Secure your FREE tickets and learn more about Hood Master through the landing page.
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A fitting quote with happening this week... Focus on how your actions and work could impact those around you. You may not know it now, but you are leaving a lasting impression on people with your talent, integrity, and work ethics.
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Ok, , this is it! Today is the last day to vote for your favorite hood and your last chance to help us crown the 2023 Crowd Favorite Winner.

If you haven't voted yet, go to the Hood Master site and click on the ‘Vote for the Crowd Favorite Hood’ button at the top of the site to get started.⁠
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Get the full Hood Master experience on Friday, 9/22 where ALL the winners will be announced at the event. Plus, it’s FREE to attend!

Secure your FREE tickets through the Hood Master site today.⁠
https://www.finishmaster.com/hood-master-challenge
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Hood Master’s Diamond sponsor, 3M, has remained steadfast in their full commitment to supporting this challenge. We are grateful for 3M sharing the same vision of highlighting the artistry within the industry while giving back to collision repair programs through CREF.

We're excited to feature 3M's two judges whose backgrounds bring a breadth of experience in the Automotive Aftermarket industry to Hood Master’s industry panel of judges. Don’t miss your chance to connect with these two at the event on Friday, 9/22.

Thank you, 3M, Brian, and John for supporting Hood Master!

To learn more about Hood Master, visit: https://www.finishmaster.com/hood-master-challenge
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Good morning, ! We know it's not easy to pick one favorite hood but there's still time to vote for the Crowd Favorite. Don't wait too long though because the voting site closes this Friday, 9/15 at 12pm ET.

Head on over to the Hood Master site and click on the ‘Vote for the Crowd Favorite Hood’ button at the top of the site to get started.

https://www.finishmaster.com/hood-master-challenge

Join us at Hood Master on Friday, 9/22 where all the winners will be announced at the event. Plus, it’s free to attend! Secure your FREE tickets through the Hood Master site today.
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Hood Master would not be possible without the commitment and support from each and every one of our sponsors! Year over year, Axalta has been a loyal Diamond Sponsor for the Hood Master event. We are excited to feature Axalta's two judges who are bringing a combined experience of 52 years to judge this year's hoods. Come meet Kenneth and Tony next Friday at Hood Master! They work for Hot Rod Specialties, a local Indianapolis hot rod shop specializing in high-end customs and classics.
Thank you, Axalta, Kenneth, and Tony for supporting Hood Master!

To learn more about Hood Master, visit: https://www.finishmaster.com/hood-master-challenge
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Be unstoppable, ! Your determination is key for achieving your goals.
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Hood Master is two weeks from today…BUT voting for the 2023 Crowd Favorite Hood starts this Monday, September 11th at 12pm ET! You can be a part of voting for this year’s winner but choose wisely because you only get one vote. Make sure you pick the hood that simply WOWs you the most.
The linked button to view all of the 2023 hoods and vote for your favorite will be accessible at the top of the Hood Master site STARTING Monday, September 11th at 12:00pm ET to Friday, September 15th at 12:00pm ET.
Please review the Official Rules to learn more details: https://www.finishmaster.com/hood-master-challenge
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Happy Labor Day, ! FinishMaster is closed for the day but our team will be back in action tomorrow, ready to serve you.⁠ We hope you have a safe and relaxing holiday with friends and family!
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Did you all blink and realize it was September? We did too!
And that means the Hood Master event is just 3 weeks away now. We want to thank all of this year's 2023 Sponsors for supporting this challenge and helping us put on another incredible experience for this industry.
Be on the look out for announcements about our Diamond Sponsor and Featured Judges too!
Read more about the event here and we hope to see you on September 22nd!
https://www.finishmaster.com/news/hoodmaster-2023-news-release
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Have you heard about Smart's NEW Disposable Paint Cup System? 125 or 200 micron filters available for both waterborne and solvent options in four different cup sizes: 200, 400 , 650, 850 (mL).⁠

Contact your local FM Sales Rep or call our Team of Experts 800-233-9133 to learn more about PCS and kit pricing too.

Learn more about Smart Associated Products: www.finishmaster.com/smart
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This is your gentle nudge, . Don't let fear hold you back from your goals!
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