Success doesn't happen in one big moment. It's built in the small decisions, the hard lessons, and the chapters you almost quit.

Chris and Chad are joined by Aaron Gainor to unpack the real turning points that shaped their businesses. From writing down bold revenue goals before they knew how to reach them, to surviving bad hires, sales struggles, and the weight of leadership, this episode dives into what actually changes a company's trajectory. It's not theory. It's lived experience from leaders who built, scaled, stumbled, and kept going.

If you're a home service leader navigating growth, culture shifts, or the pressure of scaling, this one will challenge you to look in the mirror, refine your vision, and lead with intention. Because the turning point isn't luck. It's ownership. 💥

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Key Takeaways:

• Vision must be written, shared, and reinforced daily
• Leadership failures often start in the mirror
• Sales teams need direction, coaching, and accountability
• Culture fit matters more as companies scale
• Growth requires personal development first

In this Around the CAMPFire episode, CAMP Digital CEO Katie Donovan sits down with VP of Marketing, US Dock & Door Michelle Fadeley to talk about something every HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and garage door business needs to nail: brand, trust, and hyperlocal marketing that actually drives calls.

The conversation digs into the "same day challenge" every home service leader feels: balancing low-interest, high-intent emergencies with long-term brand building. Michelle and Katie walk through practical ways small and midsize shops can lean into being local, family-owned, and community-rooted, without trying to be everywhere at once or wasting money on scattered marketing experiments.

Whether the goal is to grow from 1 to 3 trucks or from $3M to $5M, this episode gives HVAC, plumbing, and other trade leaders simple, high-impact actions to build brand equity, stand out in a crowded market, and support sales with smarter local marketing.

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Key Takeaways:

• Start with "Who You Serve," not just who you are
• Own your hyperlocal story
• Market where your customers actually are
• Balance same day demand with long-term brand
• Fix the marketing "foundation" before adding more
• Ask directly for what is needed
• Longer decision funnels demand more touchpoints
• Commercial and residential share the same fundamentals

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Most HVAC, plumbing, and electrical companies obsess over bookings, average ticket, and close rate. Very few obsess over how people feel at work.

In this episode of Can't Stop the Growth, host Chad Peterman interviews Mark Mears, founder and Chief Growth Officer of LEAF Growth Ventures and author of Love at Work and The Purposeful Growth Revolution. Mark explains why "love" is not soft, why disengagement is costing companies trillions globally, and how leaders in the trades can turn culture from a buzzword into a competitive advantage.

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Key Takeaways:

Mark breaks down his L.O.V.E. Leadership Model:

• Listen graciously to build trust
• Observe generously to show investment
• Value the whole person, not just the job title
• Empower teammates to grow into their full potential