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Most family businesses survive on tradition. Few become legends. Jimmy Dale of Baker Brothers chose the harder path. He didn’t just inherit a company – he bought it, signed the loans himself, and took on every ounce of risk that came with the name. That changes a man. It sharpens his focus and forces him …

If you have friends like James and Michael Kuzmanovski, then you are one of the lucky ones. In early October of 2024, the Kuzmanovski brothers flew from Sydney, Australia to Austin, Texas. They brought their father Bill, and their best mate Goran. They came here to spend some time with me, and to see some …

Wyatt led his $250,000 electrical business to a $500 million multi-trade giant by 2025. I met Wyatt in 2004. I was teaching a service and sales class in St. Louis for Success Academy. Wyatt was always the first in the room. He entered, and his men followed. I knew immediately that I liked Wyatt. He …

“Start small. Get a little better every day. Execute.” – Paul Kelly Inexperienced entrepreneurs often undervalue the learning lessons that come from starting small. Many failed entrepreneurs weren’t passionate enough to learn those lessons and tried to force growth before they were ready. Shiny objects and a desire to have it “NOW” typically lead to …

Alan O’Neill is the founder of Abacus a +$115 Million HVAC and Plumbing business based out of Houston, TX. I, Todd Liles, was the coach and consultant for Alan and Abacus in the critical phases of growth in their early years. And, more importantly, I’ve remained a close friend with Alan over these past 14 …