Episode Number: 50

Date: September 2, 2024

Duration: 44:14

Host: Justin Deese

Website: JustinDeese.com

Contact: Justin@JustinDeese.com

Guest: Chris Michel

Guest Contact: cmichel@servicenation.com

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Summary

In this episode of the Freedom Blueprint Podcast, host Justin Deese sits down with Chris Michel, the Training Director at Service Nation, to explore his inspiring journey from college football to a successful career in the HVAC industry. Chris shares valuable insights on leadership, personal growth, and the importance of living intentionally. They discuss Chris’s transition from being a sales expert to a training director, his philosophy on leadership, and the inspiration behind his book, "The Red Chair Experience."

Takeaways

1. Perseverance and Failure: Chris Michel emphasizes the role of perseverance and how failure can be a great teacher on the path to success.
2. Living Intentionally: The importance of taking care of oneself to better help others, akin to the airplane safety advice of putting on your own mask first.
3. Transition in Careers: Insights into Chris’s journey from sales to leadership roles, highlighting his continuous growth and learning.
4. Service Nation and Service World: Exciting developments and opportunities at Service Nation and the upcoming Service World event.
5. Writing as Therapy: Chris's experience in writing "The Red Chair Experience," which helped him process his emotions and grow personally.

Chapters

• 00:01 - Introduction: Welcome and episode overview.
• 00:22 - Chris Michel’s Journey: Early career and entry into HVAC.
• 01:52 - Leadership Lessons: From sales to a training director.
• 04:09 - Personal Growth: Importance of learning financials and business acumen.
• 06:47 - Football and Sales: Lessons from Chris’s football career.
• 12:21 - Perseverance in Sales: Overcoming challenges and learning from failures.
• 16:17 - Writing "The Red Chair Experience": Inspiration, process, and impact.
• 21:34 - Daily Routines and Intentional Living: Self-care and preparation.
• 28:53 - Service World Insights: Upcoming event details.
• 37:21 - Training Opportunities at Service Nation: Programs and resources for contractors.
• 40:25 - Closing Remarks: Final thoughts and signing off.

Keywords

Plumbing, HVAC, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Contractor, Freedom Blueprint Podcast, Justin Deese, Kristen Deese, When Your Business Partner is Your Spouse, Leadership in HVAC, Chris Michel, The Red Chair Experience, Personal Growth, Service Nation, Service World, HVAC Sales, Perseverance, Business Acumen, Daily Intentional Living, HVAC Training Programs, Chris Michel