The Russell Brunson Show Building a Business That Doesn’t Need You: Lessons from Tommy Mello | #Success - Ep. 54
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Jul 21, 2025 
Tommy Mello, the owner of A1 Garage Door Service and host of The Mellow Millionaire podcast, shares his inspiring journey from $50K in debt to running a $200 million business with over 850 employees. He reveals how he successfully replaced himself in daily operations by creating a strong leadership team and establishing an effective training center. Listen as he discusses the importance of clear organizational structures, hiring for cultural fit, and using one-on-ones to boost accountability. Tommy's relatable insights make him a must-hear for anyone looking to scale their business!
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Tommy's Humble Start
- Tommy began by painting garage doors and hustling hard, making $1,700 profit per weekend.
- He scaled from this simple start to owning a multi-million dollar garage door business.
Delegate to Scale Successfully
- Delegate and let go of control to scale your business effectively.
- Build trust with your team and embrace mistakes as learning opportunities.
Hire for Personality, Train Thoroughly
- Hire based on personality: smiles, good client interaction, and genuine care.
- Use thorough orientation and training to build confident, client-focused technicians.
