Legacy & Innovation

Steve Ohl on Running a Successful Family Business - Interview with RF Ohl owner Steve Ohl, an experienced entrepreneur maintaining a family-run heating oil, HVAC, and plumbing business for over three decades. Learn how to start and grow a small business with insights from Steve's journey, beginning with the steps he took to systematize and modernize the business that paved the way for growth. Discover the importance of adapting to market changes, leveraging technology, and maintaining excellent customer service. Steve also shares his strategies for managing family dynamics in business and his approach to effective team building and leadership. Whether you're navigating the startup phase or looking to expand your small (perhaps family run) business, this episode is packed with invaluable advice and inspiration.00:00 Introduction05:14 Early Beginnings and Family Business18:32 Expansion and Diversification21:10 Challenges and Changes27:00 Embracing Technology and Modernization36:49 Team Building and Leadership43:09 Acquisitions and Growth Strategies47:32 Future Goals and Reflections This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.launchlocal.biz