The Greg McAfee Show

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An award-winning entrepreneur, Greg McAfee has a passion for helping business owners take their businesses to new heights. In 1990, Greg started McAfee Heating and Air Conditioning Co., his only capital was a meager $274 and a well-used truck. Today, Greg runs one of the most successful HVAC companies in the Midwest and is called upon to share his expertise with other business owners all over the nation. In his new book, “Build and Grow Your HVAC Business”, Greg shares nine elements that will guide you in growing your business. He loves to inspire others to chase their dreams at full force, just as he has in his own life and business. Greg is still the working President of his company and puts the same systems and ideas in to place at his own laboratory, McAfee Heating and Air Conditioning Company, in Dayton, Ohio. Greg resides in Beavercreek, Ohio. Several years ago Greg sent articles to national trade magazines and many were published, which led to coaching, which led to business boot camps/revivals, and now The Greg McAfee Show. All these services help HVAC business owners think different and help grow their companies.

  1. TGMS Ep: 248 Stewardship Over Success Part 2

    JAN 29

    TGMS Ep: 248 Stewardship Over Success Part 2

    In Part 2 of this powerful series, Greg gets highly practical about what real stewardship looks like inside a growing business. This isn’t theory—it’s daily execution. Greg breaks down how simple disciplines like a 5-minute stand-up meeting create urgency, expose excuses, protect time, and build leaders instead of dependency. You’ll hear why higher accountability always produces higher accomplishment, how ownership replaces blaming, and how momentum becomes a culture—not an accident. With a strong reminder that God owns it all, Greg explains why profit proves stewardship, why idle capital is failure, and why scaling only increases responsibility. This episode challenges you to eliminate waste, kill excuses, and start building your legacy early—because your net worth is temporary, but your stewardship is eternal. If you want to run your business with clarity, discipline, and purpose, this episode will raise your standard. 💼🙏🔥 00:00:00 Intro 00:31:19 Stewardship Over Success Part 2 00:14:23 5 Minute Stand Up Meeting 00:01:34 Comfort Kills Urgency 00:03:01 Each Leader Had To Answer Three Things 00:04:55 The Higher Accountability Level You Have, The More Accomplished of a Business You Will Be. 00:05:07 They Force Daily Progress 00:05:13 They Expose Excuses Immediately 00:05:13 Drift Becomes Visible 00:05:26 It Protects Time 00:06:29 It Builds Leaders, not Dependance 00:06:29 Ownership Replaces Blaming 00:06:37 Creates Momentum Culture 00:09:36 God Owns It All 00:11:59 Profits Proves Stewardship 00:12:02 Scale Increases Accountability 00:12:02 Idle Capital is A Failure 00:13:15 Clarity Creates independence 00:16:29 No Excuses, no Waste 00:16:35 Legacy is Built Early 00:18:04 Your net worth is temporary, Your stewardship is eternal 00:20:49 Outro

    22 min
  2. TGMS Ep: 246 Stewardship Over Success

    JAN 22

    TGMS Ep: 246 Stewardship Over Success

    In this thought-provoking episode of The Greg McAfee Show, Greg reframes what real success looks like—not just achieving more, but stewarding what you’ve been given well. Using the example of John D. Rockefeller, Greg explains how true leaders don’t just build wealth—they build systems, responsibility, and lasting impact. He challenges the idea that busyness equals success and reminds us that activity without discipline isn’t progress. This episode draws a powerful parallel between faith, discipline, and leadership, showing that profit isn’t greed—it’s stewardship when handled with purpose. When your stewardship is right, purpose has a way of finding you again. If you want to build something that lasts and lead with integrity, this episode will shift how you think about success. 💼🙏🔥 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:40 Stewardship Over Success 00:05:18 Rockefeller Didn't Just Build Wealth 00:06:42 He Built Systems that Forced Responsibility on Other People 00:08:59 John D. Rockefeller's Core Beliefs 00:09:15 Profit Isn't Greed. It is Stewardship 00:11:01 We Can't Confuse Activity With Progress 00:11:06 Busyness Does Not Mean You're Successful 00:11:23 Faith Without Discipline 00:11:48 Parallel Journey 00:14:55 Mission Accomplished 00:16:04 Purpose Comes Back Fast When Your Stewardship is Right 00:20:18 Outro

    21 min
  3. TGMS Ep: 246 Vision Without Permission

    JAN 15

    TGMS Ep: 246 Vision Without Permission

    In this inspiring episode of The Greg McAfee Show, Greg challenges you to stop waiting for approval, proof, or perfect conditions—and start building what God put in your heart. Great leaders don’t just describe what is… they describe what must be built. Greg explains why comfort always wants proof first, but vision requires faith. He reminds us that God often gives the vision long before He gives the resources, and that every breakthrough starts with an idea that scares reasonable people. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment, this episode will push you to ask the real question: are you waiting for proof—or preparing in faith? Because the real tragedy isn’t missing it… it’s never believing it was possible. Write down your “moon” and start building. 🚀🙏🔥 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:23 Vision Without Permission 00:04:20 Great Leaders Don't Describe What is, They Describe What Must Be Built 00:07:13 Comfort Prefers Proof First 00:10:15 It's Not A Matter of If. It's A Matter of When 00:12:39 God Gives Vision First and Then He Asks Us To Build Later 00:14:50 What's This Vision Mean For Business and Life? 00:15:58 What Vision Do You Have? 00:17:20 Are You Waiting For Proof? Or Preparing In Faith? 00:18:26 every Breakthrough Starts With An Idea That Scares Reasonable People 00:19:39 The Tragedy isn't Missing it. The Tragedy is Never Believing It Was Possible 00:20:05 We Choose Because Vision Demands Courage and Courage Builds History 00:20:40 Write Down What is your Moon This Week

    21 min
  4. TGMS Ep: 245 Be Patient - Growth Never Happens By Accident

    JAN 15

    TGMS Ep: 245 Be Patient - Growth Never Happens By Accident

    In this encouraging episode of The Greg McAfee Show, Greg reminds us that real, lasting success is rarely instant. Using powerful illustrations like the bamboo tree and the idea that you’re often just three feet from gold, he shows why patience, faith, and consistency matter more than quick wins. Greg breaks down why people fail, how to build a strong foundation, and why growth never happens by accident. He explains how your inputs determine your outputs—and how faith and mindset shape everything you build. Rooted in Galatians 6:9, Luke 16:10, and Ecclesiastes 3:1, this episode is a reminder that God’s timing is perfect and perseverance always pays off. If you’re in a season where progress feels slow, this episode will encourage you to stay faithful, keep building, and trust the process—because slow growth is healthy growth. 🌱🙏🔥 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:43 Slow Growth is Healthy Growth 00:02:32 Your 3 Feet From Gold 00:03:45 The Bamboo Tree 00:08:13 Faith Grows 00:10:17 Why Do People Fail 00:11:38 Build Strong Foundation 00:12:46 Growth Never Happens By Accident 00:14:53 Inputs Determine Outputs 00:15:58 Faith and Mindset 00:15:58 Galatians 6:9 00:16:32 Luke 16:10 00:16:37 Ecclesiastes 3:1 00:17:30 Challenges 00:18:43 Outro

    19 min
  5. TGMS Ep: 244 The Big 3

    JAN 1

    TGMS Ep: 244 The Big 3

    In this powerful episode of The Greg McAfee Show, Greg breaks down the hard truths every entrepreneur must face—failure, sacrifice, long hours, and resistance—while weaving in lessons from the journeys of Jeff Bezos, Steve Jobs, and Bill Gates. Through their stories, Greg shows why being called “crazy” is often a compliment, why starting before you’re ready matters, and why your first idea—or even your first business—usually isn’t the one that wins. These iconic founders faced doubt, criticism, and repeated failure long before success ever showed up. This episode challenges you to ignore the critics, learn fast, expect resistance, and stay ready when opportunity comes. Everything big started small—and the paths of Bezos, Jobs, and Gates prove that success belongs to those willing to sacrifice and keep going. 🚀🔥 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:45 The Big 3 00:04:59 How Many times an Entrepreneur Fails 00:08:51 Crazy is a Compliment 00:11:54 Start Before You're Ready 00:12:42 You Will Make Mistakes, Just Learn fast 00:12:25 Ignore The Critics 00:16:49 Sacrifice Comes Before Success 00:16:58 Your First Idea Won't Be The Winning Idea 00:17:22 People Will Doubt What They Don't Understand 00:20:16 Your First Business Might Fail, Learn From It 00:20:30 Be Ready When The Opportunity Comes 00:20:44 Don't Let The Market Define Your Value 00:22:51 If You're Building Something, Expect Resistance 00:23:31 Expect Failure 00:24:34 Expect Long Hours 00:25:54 Expect Sacrifices 00:28:04 Everything Big Started Small

    29 min
  6. TGMS Ep: 243 Why Creating Jobs Is A Christmas Blessing

    12/25/2025

    TGMS Ep: 243 Why Creating Jobs Is A Christmas Blessing

    In this meaningful holiday episode of The Greg McAfee Show, Greg reframes Christmas gratitude through the lens of business ownership and responsibility. This isn’t about gifts—it’s about impact. Greg shares why creating jobs is a blessing, not an accident, and how every paycheck represents a family, a mortgage, and a future. He dives into the risks business owners take, the pride found in the trades, and why responsibility, discipline, and problem-solving still matter in a world chasing shortcuts. With reflections on gratitude, calling, and stewardship, Greg reminds us that business ownership isn’t easy—but it’s deeply meaningful. Christmas is a reminder that what we have is a gift, and with that gift comes responsibility. Be proud—but not arrogant. Be profitable—but grateful. Because jobs aren’t just numbers… jobs are blessings. 🎄🙏💼 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:34 Why Creating Jobs Is A Christmas Blessing 00:01:45 A Different Kind Of Christmas Gratitude 00:02:18 Christmas is About Gratitude, not Just Gifts 00:03:59 Taking Risk 00:06:23 Creating Jobs is a Blessing, Not an Accident 00:06:39 Jobs Don't Appear in Thin Air, You've Got To Make Jobs 00:07:21 Business Owners Invest Before Seeing Results 00:08:38 Every Paycheck Represents Someone's Mortgage 00:11:22 Trades Create Pride 00:13:08 AI Can Not... 00:14:08 Value of Tradespeople 00:14:54 The Trades Teach Responsibility Discipline and Problem Solving 00:15:46 Gratitude for Risk, Responsibility and Calling 00:15:46 Business Ownership isn't Easy, But It's Meaningful 00:16:56 Christmas Reminds us That What We Have is A Gift 00:17:25 To Whom Much is Given, Much Is Required 00:18:15 Be Proud, Not Arrogant, of What You Built 00:18:49 Be Grateful, Not Apologetic to Profit 00:19:04 Jobs are Blessings 00:20:07 The Challenge 00:20:50 Outro

    22 min
  7. TGMS Ep: 242 80% OF Small Business Owners Can Not Sell Their Business

    12/18/2025

    TGMS Ep: 242 80% OF Small Business Owners Can Not Sell Their Business

    In this eye-opening episode of The Greg McAfee Show, Greg breaks down a hard reality most owners don’t realize until it’s too late: the majority of businesses aren’t sellable. And selling a business isn’t anything like selling a house or a car. Greg walks through the five core reasons 80% of owners struggle to exit—especially when the business depends too heavily on them, revenue is unpredictable, and systems lack transparency. Buyers don’t want to purchase an owner; they want a business that runs without constant supervision. You’ll learn what buyers are really looking for, why they pay higher multiples for companies that don’t need “babying,” and how to start running your business today as if it’s already for sale. If you want options, freedom, and a real exit someday, this episode will change how you build. 💼🔥 00:00:00 Intro 00:04:16 80% Of Business Owners Can Not Sell Their Business 00:06:30 Selling A Business is not Like Selling a House or a Car 00:07:59 Break Down of Five Reason Why 80% of Owners Cannot Sell Their Business 00:08:11 The Business Relies Too Much on The Owner 00:08:32 No Buyer Wants To Buy An Owner 00:10:30 Reasons Revenue is Too Unpredictable 00:12:21 Why Can't 80% of Business Owners Sell Their Company? 00:15:01 Buyers Want Transparency 00:20:15 What Buyers Want 00:21:58 Buyers Pay Multiples For Businesses That Don't Need Babying 00:24:12 Run your Business like it is For Sale 00:28:26 Outro

    29 min
  8. TGMS Ep: 241 Reclaiming Your Edge After Leaving The Game

    12/11/2025

    TGMS Ep: 241 Reclaiming Your Edge After Leaving The Game

    In this reflective and empowering episode of The Greg McAfee Show, Greg dives into the emotional and practical challenges of life after business ownership and retirement. He reveals why 80% of business owners can’t sell their companies and why retirement often hits harder than expected. Greg shares that while the shock is normal, staying stagnant costs more than the pain of growth. The key? Reclaim your identity instead of trying to replace it. With wisdom and honesty, Greg encourages listeners to find purpose with weight—something deeper than hobbies or busyness. He discusses how to prepare early, build your “Phase Two” identity before leaving the game, and stay physically and mentally sharp through new challenges. Because retirement without a plan becomes regret—but with purpose, it becomes your next great adventure. 💼🔥✨ 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:30 Reclaiming Your Edge After Leaving The Game 00:02:49 Why 80% of Business Owners Can't Sell Their Company 00:04:01 Retirement Hits Harder Than People Think 00:14:14 The Shock is Normal 00:16:20 Growth Hurts, But Staying The Same Cost More, Even In Retirement 00:17:11 Reclaim Your Identity, Don't Replace it 00:19:18 Purpose is The Antidote 00:21:14 Find Something With Weight, Not Just a Hobby 00:21:25 Busy is Not The Same As Purposeful 00:21:36 Purpose Options 00:22:33 Prepare Now, Not Later 00:24:11 Start Building Your Phase Two Identity Before You Leave 00:24:44 What Will Give You Your Day's Purpose? 00:24:52 Who Will You Spend Time With The Most? 00:24:59 What Challenge Will Keep You Sharp? 00:25:55 What Will Keep You Physically and Mentally Strong? 00:26:54 Retirement Without A Plan Becomes A Regret 00:27:22 Outro

    28 min
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About

An award-winning entrepreneur, Greg McAfee has a passion for helping business owners take their businesses to new heights. In 1990, Greg started McAfee Heating and Air Conditioning Co., his only capital was a meager $274 and a well-used truck. Today, Greg runs one of the most successful HVAC companies in the Midwest and is called upon to share his expertise with other business owners all over the nation. In his new book, “Build and Grow Your HVAC Business”, Greg shares nine elements that will guide you in growing your business. He loves to inspire others to chase their dreams at full force, just as he has in his own life and business. Greg is still the working President of his company and puts the same systems and ideas in to place at his own laboratory, McAfee Heating and Air Conditioning Company, in Dayton, Ohio. Greg resides in Beavercreek, Ohio. Several years ago Greg sent articles to national trade magazines and many were published, which led to coaching, which led to business boot camps/revivals, and now The Greg McAfee Show. All these services help HVAC business owners think different and help grow their companies.

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  • Creator
    Greg McAfee
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    267
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Greg McAfee 2021
  • Show Website
    The Greg McAfee Show

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