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Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Fredrik interviews John Fairclough, founder and president of Resicom Group, a multi-generational facility management company. John shares his remarkable journey from starting a company at 23 with no safety net to building a regional, national, and international enterprise that manages thousands of projects monthly.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Aligning Values and Actions: It's essential to help individuals align their actions with their values and definitions of a good person. This alignment can lead to greater personal fulfillment and a positive impact on the world.
Importance of Delegation: Effective delegation is crucial for business growth. By empowering team members and trusting them to handle specific tasks, leaders can focus on higher-level challenges and foster a more efficient work environment.
Hiring for Fit, Not Just Skills: When recruiting, it's important to hire individuals who fit the company's culture and can follow established protocols rather than seeking out "superstar" problem solvers for every role. This approach can reduce turnover and improve consistency in service delivery.
Work-Life Balance: Entrepreneurs should prioritize their well-being and relationships outside of work. Building a successful business shouldn't come at the expense of personal health and family connections; finding joy in both work and personal life is vital.
Continuous Learning and Adaptation: Embracing new technologies, such as AI, can enhance business operations. By leveraging tools like chatbots and data analysis, businesses can improve efficiency and decision-making processes, ultimately leading to better outcomes.
BEST MOMENTS
"If we can get them to all function together and really operate more in alignment with their definition of a good person, the world would be a better place."
"The number one missing skill is probably knowing when to quit something."
"If you need a superstar at an entry-level position, you haven't simplified the job enough."
"The center of my peace, what makes me happy, is not how many accomplishments I have."
"If the vendor doesn't show up, you know, what should we do? And then I answer all of these questions... and I've been able to teach it, and it's pretty close."
TO CONNECT WITH JOHN
John Fairclough
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnfairclough/
johnfairclough.com
YT TheJohnFairclough
ABOUT THE HOSTS
Serial entrepreneurs Fredrik, Charlie and Ivan Sandvall love sharing ideas and interviewing world-class entrepreneurs and influences. Invest In You is about investments, entrepreneurs, personal development and doing fun things. They hope to ensure you to take action, helping others and yourself, plus enjoying the journey we call life.
https://www.skool.com/invest-in-you-podcast-tribe-8617/about?ref=b436cf4ec1004048a6be80c1b1b27d60
CONTACT METHOD
Fredrik Sandvall
www.linkedin.com/in/sandvall/
https://www.facebook.com/FredrikinLondon/
Charlie Sandvall
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/csandvall/
Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/c/Sandvall
Ivan Sandvall
Instagram @ivansandvall
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Aligning Values and Actions: It's essential to help individuals align their actions with their values and definitions of a good person. This alignment can lead to greater personal fulfillment and a positive impact on the world.
Importance of Delegation: Effective delegation is crucial for business growth. By empowering team members and trusting them to handle specific tasks, leaders can focus on higher-level challenges and foster a more efficient work environment.
Hiring for Fit, Not Just Skills: When recruiting, it's important to hire individuals who fit the company's culture and can follow established protocols rather than seeking out "superstar" problem solvers for every role. This approach can reduce turnover and improve consistency in service delivery.
Work-Life Balance: Entrepreneurs should prioritize their well-being and relationships outside of work. Building a successful business shouldn't come at the expense of personal health and family connections; finding joy in both work and personal life is vital.
Continuous Learning and Adaptation: Embracing new technologies, such as AI, can enhance business operations. By leveraging tools like chatbots and data analysis, businesses can improve efficiency and decision-making processes, ultimately leading to better outcomes.
BEST MOMENTS
"If we can get them to all function together and really operate more in alignment with their definition of a good person, the world would be a better place."
"The number one missing skill is probably knowing when to quit something."
"If you need a superstar at an entry-level position, you haven't simplified the job enough."
"The center of my peace, what makes me happy, is not how many accomplishments I have."
"If the vendor doesn't show up, you know, what should we do? And then I answer all of these questions... and I've been able to teach it, and it's pretty close."
TO CONNECT WITH JOHN
John Fairclough
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnfairclough/
johnfairclough.com
YT TheJohnFairclough
ABOUT THE HOSTS
Serial entrepreneurs Fredrik, Charlie and Ivan Sandvall love sharing ideas and interviewing world-class entrepreneurs and influences. Invest In You is about investments, entrepreneurs, personal development and doing fun things. They hope to ensure you to take action, helping others and yourself, plus enjoying the journey we call life.
https://www.skool.com/invest-in-you-podcast-tribe-8617/about?ref=b436cf4ec1004048a6be80c1b1b27d60
CONTACT METHOD
Fredrik Sandvall
www.linkedin.com/in/sandvall/
https://www.facebook.com/FredrikinLondon/
Charlie Sandvall
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/csandvall/
Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/c/Sandvall
Ivan Sandvall
Instagram @ivansandvall
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