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In this episode of the Black Bridge Mindset Podcast, hosts Mike, Ken, and CJ welcome John Larkin, CEO and partner of Electronic Systems Consultants (ESC). John shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his start in the Air Force to creating a successful fire protection empire. The discussion covers the importance of having a passion for your business, the challenges of entrepreneurship, strategic growth, and the value of mentorship. Tune in for insights on building a business from the ground up, maintaining a family-oriented company culture, and managing work-life balance.

00:00 Welcome to the Black Bridge Mindset Podcast

01:09 Celebrating Podcast Milestones

04:13 Introducing Today's Special Guest: John Larkin

05:58 John Larkin's Journey: From Air Force to Fire Protection

10:43 Building a Business from Scratch

11:10 Navigating Financial Challenges

13:46 The Importance of Passion and Opportunity

18:23 Scaling and Evolving the Business

23:56 Overcoming Challenges and Building a Strong Team

30:56 Understanding Financial Basics

31:43 The Importance of Mentorship

32:24 Paying It Forward

33:23 Building Company Culture

38:29 Managing Employee Expectations

44:57 Balancing Payroll and Personal Time

55:22 Lightning Round and Closing Remarks

Guest's Website: http://www.esc-oh.com

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