What happens when a CEO realizes he’s the bottleneck in his own business? In this episode of Escape the CEO Doom Loop, hosts Glen Dall and John Ninkovich sit down with Philip Chabot, CEO of RSC Mechanical, to talk about the uncomfortable truth every leader faces — when old habits hold back new growth.

Phil shares his candid story of stepping into a 500-person family business, struggling with the “Doom Loop,” and rebuilding through accountability, structure, and consistency. He explains how RSC turned its Compass — a simple framework of mission, vision, and values — into a living system that drives culture and clarity across 19 states.

If you’re a founder, entrepreneur, or executive looking to break free from burnout and lead with focus, this episode delivers the real-world playbook: lean in, write it down, make a plan, and stay consistent.

Watch now to learn:
How to recognize and escape the CEO Doom Loop
Creating accountability systems without emotion
Balancing family, business, and leadership growth
Why consistency beats intensity every time

00:00 – Intro: Welcome to Escape the CEO Doom Loop 
02:24 – Meet Philip Chabot, CEO of RSC Mechanical 
03:40 – The Family Legacy and Early Lessons in Leadership 
06:25 – The Planned CEO Transition 
08:05 – “Want vs Will”: The Real Test of Leadership 
11:09 – Balancing Family and CEO Responsibilities 
15:10 – Recognizing the Doom Loop 
17:08 – Escaping It: A Good Plan Beats No Plan 
20:47 – Building Accountability Through “The Compass” 
23:57 – Culture Over Convenience in a Family Business 
26:40 – Maintaining Standards and Communication 
32:37 – What Got Us Here Won’t Get Us There 
35:45 – Scaling with Structure and Data 
38:30 – Building Culture That Attracts A-Players 
40:30 – Using Data as a Leadership Tool 
43:33 – Consistency Drives Profitability 
45:36 – Phil’s Advice: Write. Plan. Measure.  
51:00 – Closing Thoughts: Consistency Wins Every Time

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