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In this episode of The Open Exchange with Paul Martinez, Tyler Gonzales returns to share the raw truth behind his transformation from a struggling young business owner to a community leader balancing faith, family, sobriety, and success.

We dive deep into Tyler's personal manifesto — a self-written guide that helps him stay grounded through the chaos of fatherhood, business ownership, and past trauma. Tyler opens up about facing alcohol abuse, burnout, and criticism, while building TMG Disaster Services into one of the most trusted names in emergency plumbing and mitigation services.

We discuss:

How to lead others by first leading yourself

The danger of chasing dopamine through money or substances

What it means to be a present father while working 20-hour days

Using faith and mindset shifts to rebuild from setbacks

The power of daily habits, mentors, and self-discipline

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, father, or someone on a journey of self-discovery, this episode will challenge you to go deeper, stay consistent, and redefine what success truly means.

0:00 – Writing a Personal Manifesto
2:00 – Struggling with Faith & Alignment
4:45 – Detaching Success from Money
7:00 – The Importance of Mental Health in Leadership
10:00 – What Tyler’s Daily Routine Looks Like Now
12:30 – Building a Team That Can Operate Without You
14:00 – Balancing Family, Fatherhood & Business
17:00 – Getting Honest About Mistakes & Alcohol Abuse
21:00 – Facing Yourself: The Power of Reflection
25:00 – Kids, Legacy & the Myth of Work-Life Balance
30:00 – Why Tyler’s Still Pushing Himself Hard
34:30 – Mentors, Systems & Staying Grounded
38:00 – The Role of Faith & Spiritual Health
41:00 – Final Thoughts on Growth, Branding & Impact



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