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Episode Synopsis
Want to know the secret to creating a thriving business culture that retains top talent, embraces change, and maintains momentum in a competitive industry?
In this episode, Bruce Thornton A/C CFO Jonathan King shares insights into the challenges of entering a blue-collar industry from an IT background and building a successful business. Learn how to handle resistance to change in the workplace and the importance of having a champion for new ideas.
We also discuss how to foster a positive work culture, retain employees, and balance personal and professional life. Additionally, the episode explores overcoming significant setbacks and building momentum for long-term business success.
📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒
https://www.stagcoaching.com/podcast
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Kellen Ketchersid
Kellen is a co-founder of Stag Business Coaching, business strategist, and a systems thinker. He leverages his extensive experience in biotech and consulting to empower entrepreneurs to navigate complex challenges with strategic growth solutions.
Albert Gillispie
Albert is a serial entrepreneur, business efficiency expert and co-founder of Stag Business Coaching who has founded several multimillion-dollar companies. With expertise in optimizing operations and innovative systems, he mentors business leaders who want to unlock their business’s full potential.
🎤Jonathan King
Jon King is the CFO of Bruce Thornton Heating and Air Conditioning, a company that provides HVAC and plumbing services. He has a background in IT and telecom, having worked in that sector for 15 years before transitioning into the heating and air industry. His entry into the business was somewhat accidental, as he initially thought he would help with IT tasks temporarily but ended up staying and growing in the company.
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Let’s Connect!
Website: https://www.stagcoaching.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stag-business-coaching/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stagcoaching/
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⏰ Timestamps ⏰
00:00 Introduction
02:07 Entering the HVAC Business by Accident
04:45 Transitioning from IT to a Blue-Collar Industry
06:32 Overcoming Resistance to Change in the Workplace
08:42 Having a Champion for Change
16:53 Retaining Employees in a Competitive Industry
20:36 Managing a Family in the Workplace
22:20 Balancing Personal Life with Business
25:24 Building Momentum and Managing Setbacks
28:38 Truth Tellers and Constructive Feedback
30:15 Building a Collaborative Team
32:11 Fire Round
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#Leadership #SmallBusiness #StagBusinessCoaching
In this episode, Bruce Thornton A/C CFO Jonathan King shares insights into the challenges of entering a blue-collar industry from an IT background and building a successful business. Learn how to handle resistance to change in the workplace and the importance of having a champion for new ideas.
We also discuss how to foster a positive work culture, retain employees, and balance personal and professional life. Additionally, the episode explores overcoming significant setbacks and building momentum for long-term business success.
📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒
https://www.stagcoaching.com/podcast
===========================
Want to discover what's holding your business back?
And get a customized action plan to fix it?
Take our FREE Business Assessment:
https://www.stagcoaching.com/assessment
===========================
Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast HERE:📱
➡︎YT: https://www.youtube.com/@stagcoaching
➡︎Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-growth-masterclass/id1741987960
➡︎Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jy3wuJyv11zI0C31ww0oR
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Kellen Ketchersid
Kellen is a co-founder of Stag Business Coaching, business strategist, and a systems thinker. He leverages his extensive experience in biotech and consulting to empower entrepreneurs to navigate complex challenges with strategic growth solutions.
Albert Gillispie
Albert is a serial entrepreneur, business efficiency expert and co-founder of Stag Business Coaching who has founded several multimillion-dollar companies. With expertise in optimizing operations and innovative systems, he mentors business leaders who want to unlock their business’s full potential.
🎤Jonathan King
Jon King is the CFO of Bruce Thornton Heating and Air Conditioning, a company that provides HVAC and plumbing services. He has a background in IT and telecom, having worked in that sector for 15 years before transitioning into the heating and air industry. His entry into the business was somewhat accidental, as he initially thought he would help with IT tasks temporarily but ended up staying and growing in the company.
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Let’s Connect!
Website: https://www.stagcoaching.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stag-business-coaching/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stagcoaching/
FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/stagcoaching
Twitter: https://x.com/stagbizcoaching
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⏰ Timestamps ⏰
00:00 Introduction
02:07 Entering the HVAC Business by Accident
04:45 Transitioning from IT to a Blue-Collar Industry
06:32 Overcoming Resistance to Change in the Workplace
08:42 Having a Champion for Change
16:53 Retaining Employees in a Competitive Industry
20:36 Managing a Family in the Workplace
22:20 Balancing Personal Life with Business
25:24 Building Momentum and Managing Setbacks
28:38 Truth Tellers and Constructive Feedback
30:15 Building a Collaborative Team
32:11 Fire Round
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#Leadership #SmallBusiness #StagBusinessCoaching
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