Ground Up Growth

Why Hard Work Still Wins (Lessons from a PBR Bull Rider)


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In this episode of Ground Up Growth, we sit down for part 2 with Lonnie Stevenson—owner of Circle S Incorporated, industrial cleaning company leader, and former PBR Finals bull rider—to talk about what it truly takes to build a successful business from the ground up.

Lonnie shares how his rodeo background shaped his work ethic, discipline, and values—and how those same principles helped him grow a company rooted in quality, opportunity, and team culture.

We dive into:

  • Why hard work and consistency still win in any industry
  • The importance of taking pride in your work—even in the toughest jobs
  • How strong leadership creates six-figure opportunities for employees
  • The role of core values, faith, and responsibility in long-term success
  • Why you don’t need a college degree to build something meaningful
  • Lessons from influential mentors and building a people-first business
  • Lonnie also shares stories from his time traveling the world as a professional bull rider, insights on leadership, and his perspective on what’s missing in today’s workforce.

    If you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or someone looking to grow in your career, this episode is a powerful reminder that success isn’t complicated—it’s built on discipline, integrity, and showing up every day ready to work.

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    Ground Up GrowthBy Paul Hopper & Hannah Pittman