Game Plan to Greatness: How a Minor League Player Constructed a Business Empire

Join our host, Chaz Wolfe, as he welcomes Robert Word to the kings stage!  A respected leader in the specialty contracting industry, Robert has built a seven-figure empire, Holy City Gutter Works, in a short span of five years. His journey from minor league baseball to the corporate world, and finally, to entrepreneurial triumph, serves as a testament to his resilience and tenacious spirit.In this episode, Chaz and Robert discuss pivotal topics such as embracing new beginnings, mastering the art of calculated risk-taking, and transitioning from an ordinary buyer to a savvy, educated one. Tune in for thought-provoking conversations designed to help you navigate business risks and propel your construction business to new heights.Episode Highlights:[01:48] Introduction to Robert and his thriving business[02:38] The driving force behind Robert's relentless pursuit of success[05:51] The remarkable journey of Robert from minor league baseball to entrepreneurship[11:14] A wise decision that made all the difference for Robert[13:27] Embracing delayed gratification: an entrepreneur's mantra[16:28] Overcoming hurdles: The importance of not making excuses[18:16] Unpacking the power of internal versus external motivation[19:27] A business misstep Robert made and lessons learned[22:59] The critical importance of systemizing in business[23:49] An overview of Robert's decision-making process[25:50] Robert's enlightening journey to becoming an educated buyer[31:16] The one metric Robert would track if he could only choose one[33:07] The role of networking and masterminding in Robert's journey[34:54] How Robert would bounce back if he lost everything[36:07] The significance of being accessible: Answering your phone[37:50] Connecting with Robert: How to reach out[39:09] An intro to Gathering The Kings MastermindNotable Quotes:"I've always lived by the saying, 'A man's reach should exceed his grasp.’” - Robert Word“I mastered the art of keeping the business and creative sides distinct yet harmonious.” - Robert Word“Staying agile and having a risk mitigation strategy has kept the momentum going.” - Robert Word“Embracing delayed gratification and making sacrifices are vital parts of being a successful entrepreneur.” - Robert Word“Working on my business takes a significant amount of time, but I have the control to do it on my terms.” - Robert Word“When you stumble, learn from it and ensure that mistake never recurs.” - Robert Word“A team that understands the ‘why’ will always be more invested.” - Robert Word“Entrepreneurs are essentially problem solvers.” - Chaz Wolfe“Knowing ‘what to do’ is not enough; the difference lies in action.” - Chaz WolfeBooks and Resources Recommended:Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babinhttps://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Ownership-U-S-Navy-SEALs/dp/1250067057Hiring for Attitude by Mark Murphyhttps://www.amazon.com/Hiring-Attitude-Revolutionary-Recruiting-Tremendous/dp/1259860906Management IQ by Bob Emilianihttps://bobemiliani.com/management-iq/The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber