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January 14, 2025 33 mins

Have you ever been thrown into running a business? Matt Chiaradonna, a family business entrepreneur leading JC Fence and Founder of Elite Technique sure has. Matt shares his journey from growing up in a family business, the impact of his father's tragic accident, and his path to operating two successful businesses. He offers advice on developing leaders, balancing legacy, and finding purpose both within and outside the business. This episode delves into the importance of grit, mentorship, and strategic growth in entrepreneurship.


Takeaways:

  • For entrepreneurs, establishing clear processes early on in the business can facilitate growth and make it easier to delegate tasks.
  • Focus on identifying and nurturing potential leaders within the organization to drive future growth.
  • Highlight the importance of traits such as determination, grit, and setting one's own destiny, which are prevalent in successful entrepreneurs.
  • Emphasize the value of having a mentor who has successfully navigated similar challenges. This can provide guidance and insights that are pivotal for growth.


Quote of the Show:

  • “ When it's built with your own hands or with your own will, I felt like it was a little bit more of my own success than somebody else doing it for me.” - Matt Chiaradonna

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Connect with Matt Chiaradonna:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-chiaradonna-883a95230/

Website: https://www.getelitetechnique.com/ 

Website: https://www.jcfencenorthshore.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jcfencenorthshore/ 


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