Building Davis Electric: A Journey of Faith, Family, and Community Impact

In this episode of "Pass the Mic," host Gabi interviews Chris Davis, founder of Davis Electric and Home Automations. Chris shares his journey from starting his business during the pandemic to building a values-driven company focused on honesty, communication, and community impact. He discusses overcoming challenges, balancing work and family, and the importance of faith and perseverance in entrepreneurship. The conversation highlights Chris's dedication to fostering a positive team culture, giving back to the community, and involving his family in his work, offering listeners inspiration and practical insights into small business ownership.

Introducing Chris Davis & Davis Electric (00:01:01)
Gabi introduces Chris Davis and previews the themes of the episode and the company's community impact.

Chris's Background and Starting the Business (00:02:10)
Chris shares his career journey, transition from restaurant management to electrician, and the founding of Davis Electric.

Building Company Culture and Values (00:06:23)
Gabi and Chris talk about the heart behind Davis Electric and the importance of company culture.

Being the Face of the Company (00:07:08)
Chris reflects on the pressures and personal growth involved in representing the company publicly.

The Four Pillars of Davis Electric (00:10:33)
Chris outlines the company's foundational values: honesty, communication, quality, and people-focused culture.

Community Involvement and Giving Back (00:12:56)
Chris explains the motivation behind community engagement and the importance of authentic giving.

Building a Positive Team Environment (00:15:28)
Chris shares strategies for team building, including public praise, private criticism, and personal connection.

Lessons from Business Applied to Parenting (00:19:02)
Chris talks about patience, understanding, and love as lessons from business that translate to fatherhood.

Personal Growth Over Five Years (00:26:03)
Chris reflects on his evolution as a business owner, learning from mistakes, and implementing systems.

Balancing Business and Family Priorities (00:27:12)
Chris and Gabi discuss the ongoing challenge of balancing business growth with family needs.

Vision for the Next Five Years (00:28:05)
Chris shares his aspirations for company growth, providing stable jobs, and community leadership.

What Sets Davis Electric Apart (00:29:51)
Chris describes the company's commitment to honesty, customer service, and technical expertise.

Powerful Quotes from the Episode

Chris Davis, 00:05:36, "Jess and I had some long conversations. We spoke to family and friends, we prayed about it really hard, and we made the decision we were going to just give it a try and see what happens. At the end of the day, I can always go back to being an engineer if I want to, but we didn't want to get into our 60s and look back and have regrets about what we could have done. What would life have been like if we had chased that dream? We sat down and figured out what sacrifices we needed to make, and we made them. Here we are today."

Chris Davis, 00:09:07, "When it's late nights, when it feels like everything is caving in around you, it's about digging down deep, coming up with the energy, and trying to find the wisdom to get through it."

Chris Davis, 00:16:12, "Getting to know the guys and girls that work with us personally—asking them how their kids are doing, how their weekend was, and just showing them that they have value at Davis Electric."

Chris Davis, 00:21:24, "The biggest thing is being able to take the kids to work with me some days. That really means a