

Growing a Business on Gutter Instincts
Nov 19, 2024
Christiaan Deasy, the owner of Christiaan's Gutters, dives into his entrepreneurial journey since 2013. He shares insights on crafting a strong team culture and the pivotal role of community engagement. We learn how hobbies fuel personal growth, enhancing leadership effectiveness. Christiaan discusses navigating loneliness in entrepreneurship and the importance of building local connections. He also highlights the significance of customer financing options amidst economic shifts and the power of self-reflection in driving business success.
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Hiring Through Network
- Build a strong team culture to attract good hires through referrals.
- Happy employees will naturally recommend their network.
Christiaan's Gutter Journey
- Christiaan Deasy's path to gutters involved college, roofing, and a failed vacuum sales attempt.
- He found his passion in gutters after working for a gutter company and buying a used gutter machine.
Organic Referrals
- Focus on creating a positive work environment instead of relying on referral bonuses.
- A fun, supportive culture organically leads to employee referrals.