Description
In 2019, Ismael Valdez, CEO at Nexgen Air Conditioning Heating and Plumbing, was ready to give it all up.
After several years of quietly fighting alone to keep his business afloat, Ismael accepted a colleague’s helping hand. And now, three years later, Ismael is living his best life in the trades.
In this episode, Ismael opens up about his ownership struggles, a personal battle with addiction, and the day he almost quit the trades.
Join us as we discuss:
- What led to the infamous moment when Ismael wanted to give up (2:58)
- Why struggling contractors need to open up and ask for help (12:26)
- Avoiding burnout during the year-long business grind (17:42)
Check out these resources we mentioned during the podcast:
- Nexgen Air Conditioning Heating and Plumbing
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