7.7 Growing Too Fast: Hard Lessons & Starting Again with Gabriel Powers
Rapid growth can build a business, but it can also expose the cracks in its foundation. In this episode of Give Us The Dirt, Brandon Lindsey sits down with Gabriel “Gabe” Powers, president of Powers Development Group in Jacksonville, Florida, to discuss his unexpected path into construction, starting his own company, and the growth that nearly cost him everything.
Gabe shares an honest look at earning the respect of field crews, learning from criticism, taking ownership of mistakes, and discovering why a fun workplace needs clear expectations and accountability. From growing to $19 million in annual revenue to facing the possibility of closing his doors, he reflects on how faith, relationships, and a renewed focus on quality helped him move forward. This conversation offers valuable lessons for owners, managers, field leaders, and anyone working to build a stronger business and become a better leader.
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