From Average to A-List: Building Elite Business Teams

Meet Jon Fruetel: a titan of the construction world with 7+ figures under his belt and the mastermind behind the thriving Mechanical Resource Group based in Nashville, TN. Jon doesn't just run a business; he crafts a culture. His leadership radiates a spirit of openness and trust, key ingredients in the recipe for business triumph. Add to that his YouTube arsenal, equipping HVAC pros with top-tier system and repair insights, and you've got a leader who's all in.Get ready for a power-packed chat as Chaz Wolfe and Jon dive into the essence of leaving a legacy for the next generation, granting genuine autonomy to your team, and the art of crafting bulletproof SOP’s. If scaling to that 7-figure mark and beyond is on your radar, you don't want to miss this. 🔥 Hit play NOW! 🔥During this episode, you will learn about;[00:00]  Introduction[01:35]  Intro to Jon and his business[02:14]  Why Jon calls his company a “sales business”[03:27]  Why Jon continues to push[06:09]  How Jon moved into entrepreneurship[09:04]  A good decision Jon made[12:46]  How Jon approaches hiring the right people[16:00]  A bad decision Jon made[17:19]  How Jon learned better honesty and vulnerability[21:40]  Jon’s approach to decision-making[25:19]  One trackable metric Jon would use[29:19]  Jon’s book recommendation[32:46]  Jon’s thoughts on networking[35:36]  If Jon lost it all, what would he do?[36:54]  What Jon would tell his younger self[37:20]  How to connect with Jon[38:42]  Info on Gathering the Kings MastermindNotable Quotes“We are a professional sales business, but we sell HVAC equipment.” - Jon Fruetel“The transition between faking it to making it is, something has to go off in your mind where it's bigger than you.” - Jon Fruetel“Governing is much harder than conquering.” - Jon Fruetel“If we're just pushing metal, we're not doing our jobs.” - Jon Fruetel“Set the example and then hand it off and manage and support it.” - Jon Fruetel“If my delegation isn't working, it's usually a training problem.” - Jon Fruetel“We don't have to be perfect all the time … but when things do happen, it's okay to go, ‘You know what? Let me correct this.’” - Chaz Wolfe (Host)“The way to make sure you know you're leading is that you still have people behind you when you turn around.” - Jon Fruetel“Business is so hard, man. I'm so glad I got business partners and I'm so glad I got a team. I would not be able to do it by myself.” - Jon Fruetel“Part of governing is to cultivate, to protect, to keep hold of all of those things.” - Chaz Wolfe (Host)“Entrepreneurs are just like everybody else, and everyone's trying to figure this out together.” - Jon FruetelBooks and Resources Recommended:The E-Myth by Michael Gerberhttps://www.amazon.com/Myth-Most-Businesses-Dont-About/dp/0887303625Traction by Gino Wickmanhttps://www.amazon.com/Traction-Get-Grip-Your-Business/dp/1936661837Let’s Connect!Jon Fruetel:YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYkz4FCKONzTPekh-zkUAmQLinkedIn: 

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Grow your business without sacrificing family or me time. Sign up for our Family Mastermind here: https://gatheringthekings.com/family-mastermind.Do you also feel driven to win? My name is Chaz Wolfe. I'm a serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Gathering the Kings.Throughout my career, I've built, purchased, and sold multiple 7-figure ventures in franchising, home service, real estate, and consulting. And I know first-hand how being a business owner can be a lonely and isolating experience.I created the 'Driven to Win' podcast to help entrepreneurs who are trapped in the cycle of trying to grow their businesses without having time or energy for anything else. Here, we share insights about self-mastery, emotional intelligence, and resilience so you can find financial freedom, build thriving relationships, and nurture spiritual wellness. Follow wherever you get your podcasts for tips on how to lead a balanced, exceptional life.