<p>Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, Chris Lee takes us on a candid journey through his entrepreneurial highs and lows, sharing the real story behind building Sol Gen Power and the lessons learned along the way. If you’re an entrepreneur, founder, or anyone interested in the realities of building and scaling a business—especially in the trades or home service space—this episode is for you!</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><p>“Throughout my life, I’ve had a very divisive personality. It’s either you love me or you friggin hate me.”</p><p>“There’s not a playbook for doing it. You’re literally just learning as you go, until you get slapped on the hand, and then you change your behavior.”</p><p>“The goal isn’t to produce the fruit. The goal is to become the tree that has the ability to continue to produce the fruit.”</p><p>“Life was meant to be hard, but when it’s hard with a positive mindset, it becomes bearable and joyful.”</p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction</p><p>02:19 Various Business Ventures and Experiences </p><p>04:56 Transition to Employment and Learning from Entrepreneurs </p><p>8:57 Vivint Solar and IPO Experience </p><p>25:48 Starting Sol Gen Power and Early Challenges </p><p>32:59 Growth and Expansion of Sol Gen Power </p><p>Building a Strong Team and Culture </p><p>42: 28 Overcoming Financial and Operational Challenges </p><p>57:11 Expansion and Acquisition </p><p>58:44 Personal Reflections and Future Plans </p><p>Want me to teach you how to grow your business? Text me! 509-374-7554</p><p>Want access to more of my content? Click the link below for all of our latest updates and events!</p><p><a href="https://linktr.ee/nextlevelpros" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/nextlevelpros<br /></a></p><p>Want to be a guest on our show? Apply here!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1YlkVBSluEKMTg4gehyUOHYvBratcxHV5rt3kiWTXNC4/viewform?edit_requested=true</p><p>Watch my latest PodcastApple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-level-pros/id1687030281</p><p>Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2?si=95980cd4e55a437a</p><p>YouTube- <strong>https://www.youtube.com/@NextLevelPros</strong></p><p><br /></p>

Next Level Pros

Chris Lee

#158: My 9-Figure Blue Collar Journey Part 3 // Chris Lee // Next Level Pros Podcast

JUL 31, 202561 MIN
Next Level Pros

#158: My 9-Figure Blue Collar Journey Part 3 // Chris Lee // Next Level Pros Podcast

JUL 31, 202561 MIN

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<p>Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, Chris Lee takes us on a candid journey through his entrepreneurial highs and lows, sharing the real story behind building Sol Gen Power and the lessons learned along the way. If you’re an entrepreneur, founder, or anyone interested in the realities of building and scaling a business—especially in the trades or home service space—this episode is for you!</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><p>“Throughout my life, I’ve had a very divisive personality. It’s either you love me or you friggin hate me.”</p><p>“There’s not a playbook for doing it. You’re literally just learning as you go, until you get slapped on the hand, and then you change your behavior.”</p><p>“The goal isn’t to produce the fruit. The goal is to become the tree that has the ability to continue to produce the fruit.”</p><p>“Life was meant to be hard, but when it’s hard with a positive mindset, it becomes bearable and joyful.”</p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction</p><p>02:19 Various Business Ventures and Experiences </p><p>04:56 Transition to Employment and Learning from Entrepreneurs </p><p>8:57 Vivint Solar and IPO Experience </p><p>25:48 Starting Sol Gen Power and Early Challenges </p><p>32:59 Growth and Expansion of Sol Gen Power </p><p>Building a Strong Team and Culture </p><p>42: 28 Overcoming Financial and Operational Challenges </p><p>57:11 Expansion and Acquisition </p><p>58:44 Personal Reflections and Future Plans </p><p>Want me to teach you how to grow your business? Text me! 509-374-7554</p><p>Want access to more of my content? Click the link below for all of our latest updates and events!</p><p><a href="https://linktr.ee/nextlevelpros" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/nextlevelpros<br /></a></p><p>Want to be a guest on our show? Apply here!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1YlkVBSluEKMTg4gehyUOHYvBratcxHV5rt3kiWTXNC4/viewform?edit_requested=true</p><p>Watch my latest PodcastApple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-level-pros/id1687030281</p><p>Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1e0cL2vI1JAtQrojSOA7D2?si=95980cd4e55a437a</p><p>YouTube- <strong>https://www.youtube.com/@NextLevelPros</strong></p><p><br /></p>