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Flooring and tile…it’s not boring hard work and tedious details; it’s an exercise in the art of building relationships and helping people! Steve Barrow shares his journey from skiing in college to owning a flooring and tile business. Now retired, he reflects on the twists and turns his career has taken, as well as his thoughts on running a successful business. Mr. Barrow touches on a few ideas including key employees, opportunities in life, interpersonal relationships, and life/business motivations!
0:00-1:33 — What is a hod carrier?
1:33-6:38 — College/early career
6:38-8:04 — Creation of Cody Flooring and Tile
8:04-9:10 — Creating/recognizing opportunities
9:10-10:54 — Growing a small business/building relationships
10:54-13:04 — Why do most small businesses fail?
13:04-16:26 — Importance of key employees
16:26-19:40 — Company size and recession
19:40-23:37 — Dealing with problematic employees
23:37-25:15 — What is the purpose of business? Money? Value?
25:15-26:19 — Turning opportunity to success
26:19-27:48 — What do I do if I don’t have a vision or know what I want to do?
TL;DL: I share my takeaways and key points at 27:48

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