E39: Strengthening Family Business Foundations with Taylor Gandy

Wondering how to thrive in the unique dynamics of a family business?

In this episode, Adam sits down with Taylor Gandy, a third-generation CEO, to unpack his journey of stepping into leadership and the game-changing impact of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS).

They dive into how clearly defined core values can shape hiring decisions, why community involvement matters, and what it really takes to lead a legacy business into the future.

Whether you're part of a family-run company or simply passionate about leadership, you’ll walk away with practical advice and fresh inspiration for your own business path.

0:00 Intro

5:43 Learning To Love The Family Business

10:55 Separating Visionary And Integrator Roles

16:27 Hiring For Character And Core Values

21:45 Implementing EOS In Family Business

27:51 Focusing On Solving Important Problems

34:28 EOS Journey And Annual Meetings

38:04 Building Legacy For Next Generation

41:42 Advice For Entering Family Business

Resources Mentioned:

🌐 Gandy Installations: https://gandyinstallations.net/

🌐 Instagram: @gandyhvac

🌐 EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) https://www.eosworldwide.com/

🌐 Nexstar Network https://www.nexstarnetwork.com/

🌐 Feel the Love program https://www.feelthelove.com/

📚 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Steven Covey

📚 Traction by Gino Wickman

📧 Contact Adam to request a free 90-minute EOS workshop: [e-mail]

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