What if failure isn't the end—but the beginning of something greater? In this episode, we sit down with Chad Nikkel, a seasoned entrepreneur, growth expert, and leadership coach, to uncover the real power of failing forward in business.
Chad is a Business Guide at Next Level Growth, where he helps entrepreneurs and team leaders scale their companies while maintaining work-life balance. With over 25 years of experience in the home service industry—including founding and exiting multiple businesses—Chad has built 11 companies, completed 7 acquisitions, and secured 4 seven-figure exits, with 2 sold to private equity.
From his days in the pool industry to navigating high-stakes business rollups, Chad shares invaluable lessons on strategic planning, sales, and operations management that every entrepreneur needs to hear.
🔹 How to turn setbacks into stepping stones for success
🔹 Lessons from scaling and exiting multiple businesses
🔹 Avoiding burnout while growing your company
🔹 The mindset shifts every entrepreneur must embrace
Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, this episode will give you the insights you need to turn failures into fuel for your entrepreneurial journey.
🚀 Watch "Coaching for Entrepreneurs: Turning Failure into Fuel" - https://youtu.be/bteU_8db5SE
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Our conversations are as diverse as they are enlightening, traversing not just the topics of economic development, supply chains, diverse market sectors, and celebrate the rich diversity underpinning each industry. We also dive into the intricate interplay between local politics and business, highlighting the far-reaching impact of political decisions on different market segments. Be sure to subscribe to the MAC & Bleu Youtube Channel
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JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial & industrial sectors. From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service. J.J.’s dedication to construction has allowed him to become an industry expert which he aims to share with customers and investors alike.
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