In this insightful conversation, Thomas Beebe, a former financial advisor turned HVAC entrepreneur from Blair, Nebraska, shares his journey of stepping into his family's business. He reveals the unexpected challenges of active management versus his initial plans for passive income. Thomas discusses the importance of remote leadership, the strategies that helped grow his company's revenue from $400,000 to over $1 million, and valuable lessons from a friend's messy acquisition. Gain insights into building a profitable, people-first business while navigating the complex service industry terrain.