Not every job goes as planned. And sometimes, the toughest projects are the ones that teach you the most—about your team, your process, and your own leadership. In this episode, we walk through a real job that went sideways and share what it took to get it back on track. This one’s about grit, ownership, and why the best leaders don’t flinch when it gets tough.Abbruzzese Floors Inc. is a family-owned and operated flooring company offering self-leveling cement, polished concrete, epoxy, and more.

It’s easy to lead when everything’s going right. But when everything hits at once—tight deadlines, broken tools, burnout creeping in—that’s when real leadership shows up. In this episode, we talk about the tough days that test your patience, your energy, and your values. We’ve had plenty of them. The key is not avoiding them—it’s knowing how to show up anyway. These are the days that separate good businesses from great ones.

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In a world obsessed with tech, apps, and remote work, there’s still unmatched value in showing up, doing real work, and building something with your hands. In this episode, we share what it means to be blue collar in today’s digital-first world, how our family flooring business has stayed true to its roots, and why owning your lane—your way—might be your biggest advantage.▬ Social Media ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/abbruzzesefloors/?hl=enFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/abbruzzesefloors/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@abbruzzesefloorsinc?fbclid=IwAR36np4QYSouvxwZJCUtuujCTppWkjMhHu7YwHCIXbM2Hh4YtB-x-sdVcMMNick's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickabbruzzese/Anthony's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-abbruzzese/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Abbruzzese Floors Inc. is a family-owned and operated flooring company offering self-leveling cement, polished concrete, epoxy, and more.

The biggest threat to success isn’t failure—it’s getting too comfortable. Businesses don’t die overnight; they fade away when they stop evolving. In this episode, we break down why staying hungry is the key to growth, how to spot and eliminate complacency, and the mindset shifts that keep you ahead of the game. If you want to keep winning, you have to keep pushing.▬ Social Media ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/abbruzzesefloors/?hl=enFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/abbruzzesefloors/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@abbruzzesefloorsinc?fbclid=IwAR36np4QYSouvxwZJCUtuujCTppWkjMhHu7YwHCIXbM2Hh4YtB-x-sdVcMMNick's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickabbruzzese/Anthony's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-abbruzzese/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Abbruzzese Floors Inc. is a family-owned and operated flooring company offering self-leveling cement, polished concrete, epoxy, and more.

No great business succeeds alone—it’s the team behind it that makes or breaks success. In this episode, we dive deep into how to build a high-performance team that’s bought into the mission, takes ownership, and pushes the company forward.

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Abbruzzese Floors Inc. is a family-owned and operated flooring company offering self-leveling cement, polished concrete, epoxy, and more.

In commercial flooring, providing great customer service isn’t enough—you need to deliver an unforgettable customer experience. In this episode, we break down the difference between the two, why experience drives repeat business, and how going beyond expectations can set you apart in a competitive industry. Learn how top brands (and our own team) focus on every touchpoint—from the first conversation to the final install—to create lasting client relationships and referrals.

Too many people get stuck waiting for the "perfect time" to take action—but in business and in life, action always beats perfection. In this episode, we’ll break down why waiting costs you more than failing, how to shift from hesitation to momentum, and why imperfect action is the real key to success. Using insights from top entrepreneurs and our own journey, we’ll explore how to move forward with confidence and stop letting indecision slow you down.

As business owners, we’re always striving to improve, implement new strategies, and grow. But how do you do that without losing the foundation that made you successful in the first place? In this episode, we dive into how to evolve, adapt, and scale while staying true to your core values and identity. Using lessons from business leaders and our own journey, we’ll explore how innovation and tradition can go hand in hand.

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