Show Information
Episode Number: 93
Date: July 23, 2025
Duration: 27:29
Host Contact Information
Host: Justin Deese
Website: JustinDeese.com
Contact: Justin@JustinDeese.com
Guest Contact Information
Guest: Chris Gist
Company: Paradise Home Services
Guest Website: www.ParadiseHomeServices.com
Guest Email: Chris.Gist@ParadiseHomeServices.com
Summary
In this episode of the Freedom Blueprint Podcast, host Justin Deese and his business partner Chris Gist discuss their journey in entrepreneurship, touching on personal insights, the importance of freedom, leadership lessons, and the significance of creating a positive company culture. They also delve into their experiences in the HVAC industry and share valuable wisdom on maintaining happiness within a growing business.
Takeaways
- Why they value fun as a core business principle
- What freedom really looks like after a business sale
- How brisket, breakfast, and team culture helped build loyalty
- The role of HVAC in their growth (and why variable speed systems are game changers)
- The importance of creating a business that supports happiness, not just profitability
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to the Freedom Blueprint Podcast
03:01 Rapid Fire Questions with Chris
05:08 Defining Freedom as a Business Owner
08:15 Lessons from Selling to Private Equity
10:32 Creating a Positive Company Culture
19:04 Navigating Seasonal Business Trends
23:50 Final Thoughts on Culture and Happiness
Keywords
#FreedomBlueprintPodcast #HomeServiceBusiness #HVACBusiness #PlumbingBusiness #PrivateEquityExit #BusinessGrowth #CompanyCulture #LeadershipLessons #Entrepreneurship #BusinessFreedom #HVACMarketing #ChrisGist #JustinDeese #ChrisGist#ServiceBusinessSuccess #BuildToSell #FunAtWork
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