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From the battlefields of Afghanistan to the forefront of community service, Scott Wood's story is one of transformation, purpose, and unwavering faith. After enlisting in the Navy at just 17 and deploying to Afghanistan as a military canine handler at 19, Scott experienced traumas that continue to shape him today – including the loss of his military dog, Axe, and fellow service members.
"I don't think I've coped yet," Scott candidly admits when discussing his military experience, offering a powerful glimpse into the ongoing mental health challenges many veterans face long after their service ends. His turning point came when a fellow sailor invited him to church during recovery, where he found the spiritual foundation that would eventually guide both his personal life and business philosophy.
Today, as owner of McCarthy's One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, and Mr. Sparky Electric, Scott has transformed these businesses into platforms for community service. His "Heroes Plan" offers veterans deeply discounted maintenance services at just $11.11 monthly – a rate symbolizing Veterans Day (11/11) – though he refuses to widely advertise it, preferring it spread through genuine word-of-mouth.
"I'm not doing it for any kind of publicity... it's just genuinely a give back," Scott explains, embodying his adopted philosophy that "if you have the ability, then you have the responsibility." This ethos extends throughout his organization, which recently donated $10,000 to the 50 Mile March Foundation for veteran suicide prevention and collected over 350 toys for another organization through employee initiatives.
Perhaps most striking is Scott's unapologetic integration of faith into his business model, from the cross at his entrance displaying "Be still and know" to his straightforward approach in interviews: "I'm a Jesus-loving guy, and if you don't like it, don't work for me." Rather than limiting his hiring pool, this transparency has attracted like-minded employees committed to service and integrity.
Join us in discovering how one veteran's journey through trauma, faith, and purpose has created ripples of positive change throughout his community, and consider how we might all better serve those who have served us.
https://www.facebook.com/scott.wood.5680
https://www.onehourheatandair.com/omaha/
https://www.benjaminfranklinplumbing.com/
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"Text now! I'll Respond"
From the battlefields of Afghanistan to the forefront of community service, Scott Wood's story is one of transformation, purpose, and unwavering faith. After enlisting in the Navy at just 17 and deploying to Afghanistan as a military canine handler at 19, Scott experienced traumas that continue to shape him today – including the loss of his military dog, Axe, and fellow service members.
"I don't think I've coped yet," Scott candidly admits when discussing his military experience, offering a powerful glimpse into the ongoing mental health challenges many veterans face long after their service ends. His turning point came when a fellow sailor invited him to church during recovery, where he found the spiritual foundation that would eventually guide both his personal life and business philosophy.
Today, as owner of McCarthy's One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, and Mr. Sparky Electric, Scott has transformed these businesses into platforms for community service. His "Heroes Plan" offers veterans deeply discounted maintenance services at just $11.11 monthly – a rate symbolizing Veterans Day (11/11) – though he refuses to widely advertise it, preferring it spread through genuine word-of-mouth.
"I'm not doing it for any kind of publicity... it's just genuinely a give back," Scott explains, embodying his adopted philosophy that "if you have the ability, then you have the responsibility." This ethos extends throughout his organization, which recently donated $10,000 to the 50 Mile March Foundation for veteran suicide prevention and collected over 350 toys for another organization through employee initiatives.
Perhaps most striking is Scott's unapologetic integration of faith into his business model, from the cross at his entrance displaying "Be still and know" to his straightforward approach in interviews: "I'm a Jesus-loving guy, and if you don't like it, don't work for me." Rather than limiting his hiring pool, this transparency has attracted like-minded employees committed to service and integrity.
Join us in discovering how one veteran's journey through trauma, faith, and purpose has created ripples of positive change throughout his community, and consider how we might all better serve those who have served us.
https://www.facebook.com/scott.wood.5680
https://www.onehourheatandair.com/omaha/
https://www.benjaminfranklinplumbing.com/
Support the show
Thank you for listening to The Connection Podcast with Jay Miralles. Please subscribe and share!
WEBSITE
https://www.letsgo321.com
GET IN TOUCH
https://flow.page/jaymiralles
BUY MY BOOK
https://books.by/jaymiralles
PLEASE SUBSCRIBE
https://www.youtube.com/@jaymirallestheconnection