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In this episode, recorded live at the BDR Spark 2025 event, hosts Tersh Blissett and Joshua Crouch speak with Samantha Brazie, General Manager at Progressive Heating, Air and Plumbing. They explore the complexities of navigating the HVAC industry amidst the challenges of private equity acquisitions and maintaining a family-owned business ethos. Samantha shares valuable insights on preserving company culture, the importance of community engagement, and her personal journey from telemarketer to general manager, offering practical advice on leadership and adapting to market changes.
This discussion highlights key elements such as maintaining company values amidst industry shifts and ensuring sustained community involvement and employee satisfaction, essential for long-term business success.
In this episode, here's what you can expect to learn:
How Family Businesses Stay Strong: Learn how smart decisions help family-owned businesses grow and stay stable, even with big industry changes.
Leading in Tough Times: See how Samantha Brazie handles important roles and keeps communication open during major shifts.
Mixing Strategy with Emotion: Understand why balancing smart planning with emotional intelligence is key to business success.
Using Experience to Grow: Find out how deep industry knowledge and careful planning lead to better business strategies.
Building a Strong Business: Learn how company culture and community support can help businesses last and succeed.
Timestamps ⏰
00:00 - Episode Recap
03:32 - Samantha Brazie's Background in HVAC and Transition from the Restaurant Industry
06:12 - Challenges and Values in Non-Owner Roles within a Company
09:08 - Impact of Private Equity on Company Culture and Retaining Family-Owned Business Values in a Competitive Market
09:46 - Acquiring Talent and Managing Consistency Amidst Workplace Changes Post-Private Equity
12:04 - Optimizing Hiring Processes and Company Culture with AI, Values Alignment, and Theft Prevention
13:49 - Enhancing HVAC Efficiency and Community Engagement Through Technology and Branding Strategies
19:26 - Balancing Business Needs with Community Support to Maximize Marketing Impact
20:48 - Brand Awareness and its Influence on Business Operations
24:10 - Networking and Learning at Industry Events
31:40 - The Importance of Coaching for Professional Accountability and Growth
If you enjoy the episode, please don’t hesitate to leave us a review (5 stars preferably 😉)
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Welcome to the Service Business Mastery Podcast!
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In this episode, recorded live at the BDR Spark 2025 event, hosts Tersh Blissett and Joshua Crouch speak with Samantha Brazie, General Manager at Progressive Heating, Air and Plumbing. They explore the complexities of navigating the HVAC industry amidst the challenges of private equity acquisitions and maintaining a family-owned business ethos. Samantha shares valuable insights on preserving company culture, the importance of community engagement, and her personal journey from telemarketer to general manager, offering practical advice on leadership and adapting to market changes.
This discussion highlights key elements such as maintaining company values amidst industry shifts and ensuring sustained community involvement and employee satisfaction, essential for long-term business success.
In this episode, here's what you can expect to learn:
How Family Businesses Stay Strong: Learn how smart decisions help family-owned businesses grow and stay stable, even with big industry changes.
Leading in Tough Times: See how Samantha Brazie handles important roles and keeps communication open during major shifts.
Mixing Strategy with Emotion: Understand why balancing smart planning with emotional intelligence is key to business success.
Using Experience to Grow: Find out how deep industry knowledge and careful planning lead to better business strategies.
Building a Strong Business: Learn how company culture and community support can help businesses last and succeed.
Timestamps ⏰
00:00 - Episode Recap
03:32 - Samantha Brazie's Background in HVAC and Transition from the Restaurant Industry
06:12 - Challenges and Values in Non-Owner Roles within a Company
09:08 - Impact of Private Equity on Company Culture and Retaining Family-Owned Business Values in a Competitive Market
09:46 - Acquiring Talent and Managing Consistency Amidst Workplace Changes Post-Private Equity
12:04 - Optimizing Hiring Processes and Company Culture with AI, Values Alignment, and Theft Prevention
13:49 - Enhancing HVAC Efficiency and Community Engagement Through Technology and Branding Strategies
19:26 - Balancing Business Needs with Community Support to Maximize Marketing Impact
20:48 - Brand Awareness and its Influence on Business Operations
24:10 - Networking and Learning at Industry Events
31:40 - The Importance of Coaching for Professional Accountability and Growth
If you enjoy the episode, please don’t hesitate to leave us a review (5 stars preferably 😉)
Links & References:
LinkedIn:
Website:
This episode is kindly sponsored by:
CompanyCam Visit CompanyCam and use code SBM for a free 2-week trial, 1:1 training and account setup, and 50% off your first two months!
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Join the Service Business Mastery Facebook group for more updates!
Visit our website: www.servicebusinessmastery.com
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How can business help solve society’s biggest challenges? Welcome to Series 3 of Take on Tomorrow, the award-winning podcast from PwC that examines the biggest problems facing society and the role business can—and should—play in solving them. This series, we’re welcoming broadcaster and journalist Femi Oke to the show. She joins podcaster and journalist Lizzie O’Leary, and together with industry innovators, tech trailblazers and visionary leaders from around the globe, they’ll explore timely ...
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Rachel Cooke is your guide to leadership and communication, helping you craft a workplace environment you can feel good about. She’ll share tips to help you balance your work and personal life, effectively invest your time, and be mindful about where you’re devoting your energy. Let Rachel help you navigate your path to success—however you define it.
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A top podcast for healthcare leaders, with over one million downloads, Radio Advisory is your weekly download on how to untangle the industry's most pressing challenges to help leaders like you make the best business decisions for your organization. From unpacking major trends in care delivery—like site-of-care shifts and the rise of high-cost drugs—to demystifying stakeholder dynamics, to shining a spotlight on priorities that may get overlooked, we're here to help. Our hosts and seasoned r ...
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