<p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2181310/open_sms" target="_blank">Send us a text</a></p><p> </p><p>In this episode of the <b>PromoMinds Podcast</b>, host <b>Steve Leslie</b> sits down with <b>Chris Rowan</b> from Winnipeg, Manitoba, to dive deep into the transition from being an employee to becoming a successful business owner. Chris shares his inspiring story of starting out in pool maintenance, moving into the building side of the industry, and eventually taking the leap to build his own brand in a highly competitive market. </p><p>✅ <b>Key Highlights:</b> </p><ul><li>Chris’s transition from employee to business owner</li><li>The challenges he faced while establishing his business</li><li>How he and his business partner built a strong brand in the pool industry</li><li>Insights on navigating competition and staying ahead in the market</li></ul><p><br />Whether you're a pool professional considering starting your own business or looking for tips to thrive in a competitive landscape, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice. Tune in to hear Chris's firsthand experience and learn from his journey.<br /> <br />👉 <b>Connect with Steve:</b><br /> </p><ul><li>Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/steve.leslie.91" target="_blank">@steve.leslie.91</a></li><li>LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-steve-leslie" target="_blank">The Steve Leslie</a></li><li>Facebook: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/steve.leslie.52" target="_blank">Steve Leslie</a></li></ul><p><br />📚 <b>Recommended Resource:</b><br /> </p><ul><li><b>Book:</b> <i>Scale or Fail</i> by Allison Maslan – A practical guide to growing and scaling your business successfully, perfect for entrepreneurs looking to take their business to the next level.</li></ul><p><br />👉 Don’t forget to <b>subscribe</b> to the PromoMinds Podcast for more interviews with top industry leaders and professionals!<br /> </p>