In this episode, Brandon welcomes Doug Mitchell, an educator in Elite Builders Society with a rich background in sales, specifically door-to-door sales. Doug shares his entrepreneurial journey, discussing his previous sales ventures, consulting work, and his new business, Texas Shine Co., a power washing and lighting company. He talks about the challenges and triumphs of his career, the importance of sales and marketing in business, and his plans to scale Texas Shine Co. Doug also delves into personal anecdotes about his family, upbringing, and how those experiences have shaped his entrepreneurial spirit. The discussion concludes with insights on building a successful business and providing valuable opportunities for his employees and family.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
• 01:01 Doug's Background and Early Career
• 02:24 Entrepreneurial Journey and Sales Success
• 03:12 Transition to Consulting and New Ventures
• 04:56 Challenges and Insights in the Contracting Business
• 06:52 Building a New Business and Future Plans
• 18:07 Family and Teaching Entrepreneurship
• 21:11 Meet the Family: Entrepreneurial Traits
• 21:50 The Protector: Youngest Son's Future
• 23:12 Daughter's Entrepreneurial Spirit
• 23:55 The Reality of Business Failures
• 25:47 Coaching and Making Tough Decisions
• 28:32 Personal Stories: Fatherhood and Upbringing
• 34:50 Navigating Life's Challenges
• 38:48 Final Thoughts and Social Media

Connect with Doug Mitchell
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/txbizdad
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/txbizdad
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/txbizdad/
Consulting Website: https://www.salesprogrambuilder.com/
Texas Shine Website: https://texasshineco.com/

In the premiere episode of his podcast, Brandon Fuchs, known as The Contractor Coach on Instagram, shares his motivation for creating a supportive community for contractors. He discusses the challenges he faced in the contracting industry over nearly two decades and introduces listeners to the resources and support his community offers. Brandon highlights success stories, the importance of exceeding client expectations, and his upcoming projects, including two books aimed at aiding contractors. Follow him on Instagram for more insights and join the conversation to elevate your contracting business.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Launch
• 00:41 The Journey of Becoming a Contractor
• 01:21 Community and Success Stories
• 03:57 Resources and Support for Contractors
• 05:11 Upcoming Projects and Personal Insights
• 07:33 Q&A and Audience Interaction
• 08:20 Final Thoughts and Call to Action