In this episode of the Builders Bible podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Mike Gidich, founder of Honey Dudes, shares his journey in the handyman business, discussing the challenges and lessons learned along the way. He emphasizes the importance of professionalism, clear communication, and the role of faith in business. Mike reflects on his mistakes, the need for discipline, and the significance of integrating technology like AI into operations. He also touches on the importance of focusing on core services and maintaining a strong brand image while navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. In this engaging conversation, Mike Gidich and Andrew Hathaway discuss the importance of community support, self-reflection, and personal growth in the entrepreneurial journey. They emphasize the need for service-driven mindsets, overcoming challenges, and the value of networking and business resources. The discussion also highlights the significance of executive assistants in enhancing productivity and planning for future business growth.

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In this episode of the Builders Bible podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Joey Burns, the owner of Top Dog Fuel LLC, a mobile gas delivery service. Joey shares his journey from a 15-year career in law enforcement to entrepreneurship, inspired by his wife's idea of delivering gas to people's cars. He discusses the business model, subscription plans, and the growth of the company, which has seen significant revenue increases. Joey also reflects on personal development, networking, and the challenges he faces as a new business owner, emphasizing the importance of continuous improvement and mentorship.v

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🤝 Thank you to Ben Jordan of Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric. Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric provides 24/7, dependable plumbing, HVAC, and electrical solutions to homes and businesses across Salt Lake City, Utah.

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🤝 Thank you to Dustin Grimes of Grimes Financial Partners. Grimes Financial Partners is a full-service financial planning firm that helps high-net-worth clients achieve their personal goals with custom-built solutions.

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🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning.

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🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients.

Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/

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🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow.

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In this episode of the Builders Bible podcast, Chase Megyeri speaks with Derwin Townsend, founder of Blue Lagoon Pool Management. Derwin shares the story of how he started his business in 2010, the challenges of scaling and managing growth, and the importance of customer referrals. He discusses his day-to-day responsibilities as a business owner and offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start their own companies. Derwin highlights the company's evolution from simple maintenance to a comprehensive provider of pool remodeling and construction services, aiming to reach 400 weekly service clients by year-end. He details his transition from hands-on field work to a strategic leadership role, focusing on networking and building effective systems to support continued expansion. Finally, Derwin emphasizes the critical lesson of hiring early to find a suitable replacement, encouraging entrepreneurs to push consistently while delegating effectively to achieve long-term success.

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🤝 Thank you to Ben Jordan of Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric. Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric provides 24/7, dependable plumbing, HVAC, and electrical solutions to homes and businesses across Salt Lake City, Utah.

Website: https://actionplumbing.net/

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjordanofficial/

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/action-plumbing/

🤝 Thank you to Dustin Grimes of Grimes Financial Partners. Grimes Financial Partners is a full-service financial planning firm that helps high-net-worth clients achieve their personal goals with custom-built solutions.

Website: https://grimesfinancialadvisors.com/

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grimesfinancialgroup/

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustin-g-57941669/

🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning.

Website: https://corberry.com/

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing

🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients.

Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/

🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow.

Website: https://10xnerds.com/

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