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Entrepreneurship Simplified

Hiring, Pricing, and Scaling: Lessons from a Small Business Owner

Broadcast on:
19 Mar 2025

Leaving a stable six-figure job to start a business from scratch isn’t for the faint of heart—but for Brian Owens, it was the only way forward. In this episode, Brian shares his journey from being an electrician in the oil field to building his own electrical contracting business in Corpus Christi.

He talks about the tough early months, the challenges of finding reliable employees, and the lessons learned from setting up the business structure. We also discuss what it really takes to stand out in a competitive industry—hint: answering the phone and showing up go a long way!

If you’re thinking about starting your own business or just want insight into the realities of entrepreneurship, this episode is for you. Tune in for real talk, practical advice, and the mindset needed to push through the toughest moments.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

00:00 - Introduction

00:24 - How Brian left a stable job to start his own company

01:12 - Why he ignored common advice and took the leap

02:44 - Setting up the business from scratch

03:40 - Struggles with getting clients and staying afloat in the first year

06:14 - Why showing up and answering calls made all the difference

12:01 - How COVID unexpectedly boosted business

15:39 - Hiring the first employee in four months

17:11 - The biggest business mistakes he made

22:25 - What Brian wishes he knew before starting

25:53 - Brian's plans to move into a bigger market and focus on commercial work

ABOUT OUR GUEST:

Brian Owens is the owner of Primary Electrical Solutions L.L.C., an electrical contracting company in Corpus Christi, Texas. With a background as an oil field electrician, he founded the business in 2015 to provide reliable, high-quality service. Through professionalism, consistency, and a hands-on approach, Brian has built a strong reputation in residential and commercial electrical work. His commitment to customer service and growth has positioned his company for expansion into larger markets like San Antonio.

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