I am interviewing Сuinn, who built a large HVAC company but eventually faced bankruptcy. He shares his journey from learning the trade to growing a team.

In this episode:

• How Cuinn got into the HVAC industry and developed his skills from the ground up;
• Running a small company and scaling a team from 2 to 25 employees;
• How customer reviews, referrals, and local connections fueled growth;
• Challenges of operating in a competitive and high-cost market like the Bay Area;
• Key mistakes that led to bankruptcy.

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Today, we talk about building a $120 million HVAC company while overcoming major life challenges with our guest, Kathryn Howard.

In this episode:

• From personal setbacks to building lasting success in the trades;

• Building systems and culture that create high-performing teams;

• Why trades offer second chances — for immigrants, women, and people with criminal records;

• The power of leadership, training, and community;

• How to create real opportunities and financial freedom for anyone willing to work hard.

Guest: Kathryn Elizabeth Howard

Today we’ll discuss how to grow from working in the field to owning multiple trades with our guest Roland Ligtenberg, co-founder of Housecall Pro.

In this episode:

• Building and managing a strong team across HVAC, plumbing, and electrical;
• How partnerships and strategic acquisitions accelerate growth;
• Balancing profit, reinvestment, and long-term stability;
• The role of systems, training, and leadership in scaling;
• Lessons learned from expanding into new markets.

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