Ted Puzio, owner of Southern Trust Home Services, shares his incredible journey from starting with nothing to building a thriving, multi-million dollar home services business. In this candid conversation with Katie Donovan of Camp Digital, Ted reveals the hard lessons, leadership strategies, and key decisions that led to his success in the trades industry.

🔥 This episode is part of Around the CAMPfire—an exclusive series of the Can’t Stop the Growth podcast in collaboration with Camp Digital. This series dives deep into the real stories, strategies, and lessons from top home service leaders, giving you insider knowledge to help grow your business.

🚀 Whether you're a plumber, electrician, HVAC pro, or home service business owner, this video is packed with real-world business insights and growth strategies you can apply today!

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✅ How Ted turned financial struggles into a powerful business model

✅ The leadership philosophy that keeps his employees loyal and motivated

✅ Why business coaches played a key role in scaling his company

✅ The biggest mistakes to avoid when growing a home service business

✅ The mindset shift that took him from survival mode to thriving

Leadership isn’t black and white—it’s all about managing the gray!

In this episode, Andrew Hasty — the COO at Peterman Brothers — breaks down Mexwell’s Law of Intuition—one of the toughest (but most powerful) leadership skills to master.

From Steve Jobs’ gut-driven decisions at Apple 🍏 to real-world leadership lessons, Andrew shares why great leaders don’t just follow protocols—they read the room, trust their instincts, and make bold moves.

Whether you're a manager striving to inspire or a leader working to make vision actionable, this episode is packed with takeaways on leading with clarity and confidence.🎯

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• Leadership isn’t about rigid rules; it’s about managing the gray areas. Great leaders don’t just follow protocols—they know when to trust their intuition.
• Intuition is a skill, not just an instinct. It can be honed through experience, self-awareness, and pattern recognition.
• Balancing logic, values, and emotions leads to better decisions. Leaders must blend gut instinct with data to make sound choices.
• Managers rely on systems; leaders rely on vision. The best leaders find a balance between execution and inspiration.

Hiring and keeping top talent in the trades is tougher than ever. But what if the secret to attracting the right people wasn’t just about job postings or paychecks—but about your leadership style?

In this episode, Chad breaks down the Law of Magnetism and why the best leaders attract talent instead of cloning themselves. Many home service business owners believe hiring people just like them is the key to success, but that approach limits growth and potential.

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🔹 Why top-performing HVAC, plumbing, and electrical businesses build diverse, high-performing teams

🔹 How leadership style shapes hiring and retention in the trades

🔹 The real secret to attracting and developing top talent for long-term success

Building a strong, motivated team starts with becoming the leader they need.

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1️⃣ Who You Are is Who You Attract – If you want hardworking, high-performing employees, you must first model those qualities as a leader. Your leadership sets the standard for your team’s success.

2️⃣ Great Teams Aren’t Found—They’re Built – The best HVAC, plumbing, and electrical businesses don’t just hire great people; they develop them. Leadership is about coaching, not just managing.

3️⃣ Retention Starts with Leadership – High turnover in the trades is common, but top companies retain employees by creating a culture that makes people want to stay. Employees don’t leave jobs—they leave bad leadership.

Culture isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the heartbeat of a thriving company! 💙

In this episode, Chad chats with Marshall Lockton — Chair & Partner of Knight Agency — about what it really means to be a people-first business. Spoiler alert: It’s not just putting it on the wall and calling it a day!

From storytelling and leadership empowerment to keeping culture alive as you scale, this convo is packed with insights (and a few laughs).

🎧 Tune in now and start building a workplace where people actually want to work!

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• People-first leadership requires action, not just words. Employees need to feel valued and empowered daily.
• Culture starts at the top but must be reinforced at every level. Managers play a crucial role in carrying the message forward.
• Storytelling makes company values personal and meaningful, creating stronger employee connections.
• Recognition fuels engagement. Celebrating wins, big and small, reinforces the right behaviors.

What happens when a Dublin plumber turns his trade into a $115M powerhouse?

Alan O’Neill is here to share how he built Abacus, navigated private equity, and shaped the future of the trades. From smart tech to training tomorrow’s workforce, this episode is packed with stories, laughs, and insights to elevate your business.

Don't miss this inspiring journey!

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• The Private Equity Surge: Private equity’s interest in trades has skyrocketed, creating opportunities for generational wealth and growth.
• Importance of Training: Structured training and leadership development are essential to sustain industry growth and workforce competency.
• Emerging Technologies: Tools like AI and smart devices are redefining customer interaction and operational efficiency.
• Adaptability: Bringing leaders from outside the industry can challenge norms and drive innovative thinking.
• Workforce Development: The future of the trades depends on investing in people and fostering a strong pipeline of skilled workers.

What if you never had to write another performance review?

In this episode, Chad chats with Projjal Ghatak — CEO and Co-Founder of OnLoop — about building stronger teams, motivating employees, and letting AI handle the boring stuff. 🚀

From boosting team energy to eliminating bias in performance reviews, this conversation is packed with insights to help leaders unlock their team's full potential.

🎧 Don’t miss it—your team will thank you!

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• Energy is Foundational: Motivated employees with clarity on their goals are more likely to succeed.
• Feedback Redefined: Organizations must balance improvement feedback with specific, strength-based praise.
• AI as a Manager's Ally: Leveraging AI for performance reviews enables managers to focus on team development.
• Culture-Mission Alignment: Strong cultures align with organizational missions and foster better outcomes.
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Ready to coach your team to greatness? 🏐✨

In this episode, Chad chats with Jason Reed, former collegiate volleyball coach turned leadership guru. Jason shares how authenticity, trust, and falling in love with the process can take your leadership game to the next level—whether you’re on the court or in the boardroom.

Tune in for stories, strategies, and a whole lot of inspiration! 🎙️

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• Authenticity over Perfection: Leaders should focus on being genuine rather than trying to appear flawless. Authenticity fosters trust and connection.
• The Power of the Process: Winning or losing is secondary to learning and improving through consistent effort.
• Building Trust: Consistency and vulnerability are foundational for creating a culture of trust.
• Recruiting and Team Building: Focus on finding people who align with the team’s values and vision rather than just talent.

Leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about serving others!

In this episode, Chad dives into the Law of Addition, sharing stories practical tips to help you build trust, show care, and lead with heart.

Tune in to discover why the best leaders focus on adding value and how small acts of service can create a BIG ripple effect.

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• Leadership is Service: The essence of leadership lies in serving others and adding value to their lives.
• Influence Through Care: True leadership influence comes from showing genuine care for others, building trust, and fostering growth.
• Value Beyond Answers: Leaders don’t need all the answers; they need to empower their teams to solve problems collaboratively.
• Ripple Effect of Leadership: The impact of leadership often extends far beyond the workplace, influencing personal and generational behaviors.