In this special two part episode, hosts Andy Fusellier and Josh Teekell sit down with entrepreneur extraordinaire Landon Brewer.

He’s the kind of guy who’s not just surviving the roller coaster of running a business—he’s thriving on it. We’re talking about turning risk into reward, surrounding yourself with the right people, and evolving your home services business like it’s a living, breathing thing.

Josh Teekell and Andy Fuselier from SmartAC.com are revolutionizing the way we think about HVAC and plumbing through technology.

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Key Takeaways:

• Entrepreneurship is about risk, but control matters – Whether working for a company or starting your own, being able to control your own fate is key to long-term success.
• Stages of business growth – From survival to thriving, successful businesses continually adapt, learn, and evolve.
• Leadership and vision are critical – Strong leadership combined with an openness to new ideas can push a business to scale.
• Understanding customer psychology – Whether in contracting or tech, knowing your customer’s needs and behavior is essential for success.

In this episode, Chad talks about something we all secretly (or not-so-secretly) try to avoid: discomfort. But here's the twist—he's all about embracing it. Why? Because discomfort is the key to growth.

Chad shares a powerful story from a Future Leader Series meeting, exploring how our choices—big and small—can either push us toward our goals or leave us stuck where we are.

And yes, this is all about learning to love the uncomfortable stuff.

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Key Takeaways

• Embrace Discomfort: Growth often requires getting comfortable with discomfort—it's a natural part of progress.
• Focus on Small, Daily Choices: Breaking big goals into small, manageable actions helps overcome overwhelm and stay focused.
• Develop the Right Mindset: Believe in yourself and your goal, and recognize that discomfort is a stepping stone to achievement.
• Higher Purpose: Tie your goals to a higher purpose to stay motivated during tough times.

Imagine a company culture where everyone supports each other to be their best.

This re-released episode is one of Chad’s favorites because it became the inspiration for this podcast’s name.

Impact leadership - leading with purpose to serve others - is at the heart of Chad’s leadership style.

He emphasizes how leadership is not defined by titles but by the ability to elevate those around you. This episode offers a fresh take on how intentional leadership can drive both personal and organizational success.

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Key Takeaways:

• Impact Leadership: True leadership is about serving others and making a difference, not about titles or positions.
• Intentionality: Be intentional in your actions and goals. Intentional efforts lead to personal growth and the collective success of the team.
• Collaboration and Support: A great company is built on collaboration, where everyone supports each other and shares their knowledge and experiences.