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#535 Want to build a business in the trades? In this episode, host Brien Gearin chats with John Wilson, owner of Wilson Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling — a $26 million home service company on a mission to reach $100 million. John shares his journey from taking over his family’s small plumbing business at 23 to scaling it into a multi-million dollar enterprise through acquisitions, reinvestment, and strategic growth. You'll hear actionable advice on navigating growth plateaus, the importance of choosing a target customer, and how simplifying service offerings can lead to greater profitability and efficiency. John also opens up about the challenges of leading a multi-trade business and the potential of franchising as a growth strategy. Whether you're in the trades or scaling any service-based business, this episode is packed with insights for entrepreneurs at all stages!
(Original Air Date - 12/4/24)
What we discuss with John:
+ Overcoming growth plateaus
+ Scaling through acquisitions
+ Focusing on target customers
+ Simplifying service offerings
+ Growing profitably post-reinvestment
+ Service vs. geographic expansion
+ Considering franchising for growth
+ Building strong team culture
+ Competing in less saturated markets
+ Opportunities in the trades industry
Thank you, John!
Check out Owned and Operated at OwnedandOperated.com.
Check out Wilson Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling at WilsonPlumbingandHeating.com.
Watch the video podcast of this episode!
To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
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#535 Want to build a business in the trades? In this episode, host Brien Gearin chats with John Wilson, owner of Wilson Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling — a $26 million home service company on a mission to reach $100 million. John shares his journey from taking over his family’s small plumbing business at 23 to scaling it into a multi-million dollar enterprise through acquisitions, reinvestment, and strategic growth. You'll hear actionable advice on navigating growth plateaus, the importance of choosing a target customer, and how simplifying service offerings can lead to greater profitability and efficiency. John also opens up about the challenges of leading a multi-trade business and the potential of franchising as a growth strategy. Whether you're in the trades or scaling any service-based business, this episode is packed with insights for entrepreneurs at all stages!
(Original Air Date - 12/4/24)
What we discuss with John:
+ Overcoming growth plateaus
+ Scaling through acquisitions
+ Focusing on target customers
+ Simplifying service offerings
+ Growing profitably post-reinvestment
+ Service vs. geographic expansion
+ Considering franchising for growth
+ Building strong team culture
+ Competing in less saturated markets
+ Opportunities in the trades industry
Thank you, John!
Check out Owned and Operated at OwnedandOperated.com.
Check out Wilson Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling at WilsonPlumbingandHeating.com.
Watch the video podcast of this episode!
To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
And follow us on:
Instagram
Facebook
Tik Tok
Youtube
Twitter
To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.
Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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