#49 Scaling and Powering Through Challenges with Josh Kallsen of PowerTech Riding Tandem

In this episode of Riding Tandem, Vivian Kvam sits down for a candid chat with Josh Kallsen, the go-getting president of PowerTech. They dive into Josh's journey through the construction world, starting from the life lessons he picked up from his grandfather, to his ambitious moves in buying and growing PowerTech. The heart of their conversation beats around PowerTech's Power to Give initiative, a brilliant example of how businesses can deeply impact their communities.

Josh and Vivian chew over everything from the thrills and spills of taking risks in business, finding the perfect business partner groove, to the joys and jolts of running a business. They take a look at how seeing things from different angles and thinking on your feet are key, especially when you're doubling your business size practically overnight.

They don't shy away from the tough stuff either, like how crucial it is to keep your cash flow healthy and your financial foundation solid during rapid expansion. The chat also shines a light on the Power to Give initiative, putting a spotlight on how giving back can be a powerful part of any business's journey.

They also dig into the real deal about building legacies, busting some common myths about owning a business. Josh wraps it up with some straight talk about making mistakes and the big role business owners play in making the world a brighter place. This episode is not just a peek into the life of a successful entrepreneur; it's like a roadmap for anyone out there with big business dreams.
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Unpacking this episode min by min: 

Chapters

01:00 Josh's Journey and Early Inspiration
03:19 PowerTech's Power to Give Initiative
03:48 Starting PowerTech and Taking Risks
10:02 Passion for Running a Business
15:18 Combining Forces with Cody
35:45 Transitioning to Gas Pipeline Services
37:25 Alignment with Cody and Partner Dynamics
38:24 The Importance of Different Perspectives
39:03 Scaling PowerTech Overnight
40:03 PowerTech's Growth and Acquisition
41:03 Rapid Expansion During COVID-19
42:12 Challenges of Scaling and Resourcefulness
43:10 Figuring Things Out as You Go
44:18 The Importance of Cash Flow and Financial Stability
46:13 The Power to Give Initiative
49:49 Creating a Framework for Giving Back
55:23 The Impact of Regular Giving
58:10 Building Buy-In and Commitment to Giving Back
01:00:03 Building Legacies and Making a Difference
01:04:22 Leaving a Lasting Impact
01:08:57 The Misconception of Business Ownership
01:09:35 Advice on Making Mistakes
01:10:33 Business Owners' Role in Making the World Better
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