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  • Healing from Emotional Trauma in the Trades to Become a Better Man with Adam Gordon Part 2

    Healing from Emotional Trauma in the Trades to Become a Better Man with Adam Gordon Part 2
    2026/04/09
    In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie continues his conversation with Adam Gordon, Director of Service and Maintenance, Mechanical Division at Orella Group Inc, in the Mental Health series. Adam speaks openly about how past trauma shaped his need for attention and validation, and how that showed up in his life and on social media. He talks about learning to manage those habits by focusing on fitness, discipline, family time, and building positive routines. Adam also shares the value of surrounding yourself with good people, finding mentors, and using social media in a healthier way. The episode highlights the importance of self-awareness, personal growth, and reaching out for help or guidance when dealing with mental health challenges. Gary and Adam discuss mental health in the trades and the personal challenges that can shape a person's life and behaviour. Adam speaks openly about growing up between two households and how a lack of attention led to a strong need for validation as an adult. They talk about how that showed up through social media, relationships, and conflict online. Adam also explains how he now focuses on healthier habits like fitness, structured routines, family time, and surrounding himself with positive people. The conversation highlights the value of self-awareness, mentorship, and reaching out to others when dealing with personal struggles or mental health challenges. Expect to Learn: How past experiences can shape behaviour and the need for validation. Why calm responses can help reduce conflict on social media and in daily life. How routines like fitness, early mornings, and structured days support mental health. Why does surrounding yourself with positive people and mentors matter? How reaching out and having honest conversations can help during tough times. Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Intro to Adam Gordon in Part 02 [02:01] - Late-night self-reflection [04:19] - The dark side of social media [05:45] - Escaping through attention seeking [07:54] - Fitness, routine & healthy validation [11:08] - Why your circle matters [14:36] - Loyalty vs. drama [17:16] - Current mindset & advice for others [19:31] - Advice for those struggling: reach out This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/ Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Factory Direct Filters: https://www.factorydirectfilters.com/ SupplyHouse: https://www.supplyhouse.com/tm Use promo code HKIA5 to get 5% off your first order at Supplyhouse! Follow the Guest Adam Gordon on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-gordon-494a54bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gordonbotplumbing/ Orella Group Inc: https://www.linkedin.com/company/orella-group-inc/ Follow the Host: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/ Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/
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  • HVAC Business Owners Fail Without Field Experience to Build Real Growth with Andrew Blair

    HVAC Business Owners Fail Without Field Experience to Build Real Growth with Andrew Blair
    2026/04/08

    In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes from WorkHero sit down with Andrew Blair, Director of Product and Market Development at Helix Earth and Advisor / Angel Investor at various startups, to explore the journey from growing up in a family-owned HVAC business to becoming a key operator in a commercial refrigeration company. The conversation dives into the realities of the skilled trades, the growing talent shortage, and the operational challenges of running a service-based business, especially in mission-critical environments like refrigeration.

    The episode also highlights the evolving nature of trade education, licensing complexities, and what it truly takes to build and scale a successful HVAC business. Andrew Blair is an experienced HVAC and commercial refrigeration professional who grew up in the industry through his family's business, Kensington Mechanical.

    Expect to Learn

    • Why HVAC is one of the most underrated but complex skilled trades

    • How trade schools and partnerships can solve the labor shortage

    • The importance of field experience when running a service business

    • Differences between residential HVAC and commercial refrigeration work

    • How to handle high-pressure, mission-critical service environments

    Episode Breakdown with Timestamps

    [00:00:00] – Introduction

    [00:01:57] – Growing Up in a Family HVAC Business

    [00:03:45] – Why HVAC Stands Out Among the Trades

    [00:04:27] – Skilled Labor Shortage & Trade School Partnerships

    [00:06:33] – Licensing Challenges & Industry Evolution

    [00:09:19] – From Apprentice to COO: Scaling a Family Business

    [00:14:26] – Understanding Commercial Refrigeration & Critical Environments

    [00:18:38] – Advice for Entering Commercial Refrigeration

    This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by:
    PartsTown: https://www.partstown.com/hvac-parts

    Follow our Guest Andrew Blair:

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-blair-/

    • Company Website: https://www.helixearth.com/

    • Company LinkedIn:

    - Helix Earth: https://www.linkedin.com/company/helixearth/

    - Various Startups: https://www.linkedin.com/company/various-startups1/

    Follow Gary McCreadie:

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/

    • Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com

    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/

    Follow Furman Haynes:

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/furmanhaynes/

    • WorkHero: https://www.linkedin.com/company/workherohvac/

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workhero__/
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    22 分